My solution to backup: Store important stuff in CD (or DVD, your choice) (if it is really important, make 2 or 3 copies), and than on a external HD.
My dad makes his backups on 2 external HDs, and 3 DVDs - all kept in 4 different physical locations. Basically, redandancy is the way to go for backups.

I am sorry for this other comment, but please, if you are going to insult me in a post, please postpone the ip ban until I can read it. And keep all insults above the belt. The last time you made an idiot out of yourself by insulting me was a bit uncalled for.

Again, thank you, and sorry for the extra post.