>>> I've never had ANY hard drive fail in the 20 years or so I've been >>> using >>> them. I think it's because I do frequent backups. >> >> I'm not sure how backing up your data affects hard drive longevity... > > It is the "watched pot doesn't boil" principle Similarly, the one time I did not buy insurance on a rental car, I got hit by a city bus. Harold -- FCC Rules Updated Daily at http://www.hallikainen.com - Advertising opportunities available! -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist