Don't lose data: close all applications before backing up

As computer users, we all know that we should make back up copies of all our data and program files. Some of us back up religiously, others of us always seem to tempt fate, but we know that it must be done. There have been many tips and articles in The HP Palmtop Paper over the years on methods of backing up, and all work well, so please pick a method and stick to it for your own mental health!

No matter which method you choose, one fact remains true -- make sure you have closed all applications before you backup. As a protection for your computer, MS DOS will not allow you to copy a file that is open, so no matter how good and thorough your backup scheme is, it will fail if you forget to do this.

A simple way to close all of the open applications is by pressing (&MORE...) (MENU) Application Close All. If you have any unsaved work in any of the open applications, the Palmtop will ask if you want to save changes and you can answer accordingly. When all the files and applications are closed, your Palmtop will be back at the Topcard screen.

Tom Gibson

Technical Editor,

The HP Palmtop Paper

Internet Email: tom_gibson@thaddeus.com