[djmcmath]

PowerQuest Partition Magic isn't particularly risky. I've used it literally hundreds of times with no problems. Runs about $50 at your FLCPS (Friendly Local Computer Parts Store) and works like a charm.

Backup is a PITA, tnx to the Democrats. I back up large piles of stuff using a Sony DVD burner, the software that came with it, entitled "Veritas" (I wouldn't have bought it if it hadn't come with the drive) and Memorex DVD+Rs. CDs are far more tolerant, and this is about the only successful combination I've been able to produce with the DVD drive. Good luck.

Dan