Re: backup will not compress data

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Debra

What backup program are you using?

If you are using the XP built-in NTBackup and the Compress option is disabled, this usually indicates that you are not backing up to a tape drive.

Alternately, you can use the XP compression feature to store the file in a compressed folder.

How To Use Compressed (Zipped) Folders in Windows XP:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/306531

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"DEBNC" <DEBNC@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:5B527A2B-E8C0-46D8-9CAD-92B0ED68BD4F@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
When I backup my data it will not even give me the option of compressing my
data which I greatly need to do. Help says something about changing
compression for the internet however I have cable internet and that does not
apply to me. What can I do to compress my data as it is being backed up on my
Windows XP computer?
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