STD*MIS Back-up Process Q1: What files should I include in a back-up of STD*MIS?
• You can simply back-up all files in the STD*MIS directory. This is, of course, the safest way to accomplish the task. It, however, is the most time consuming and uses the most disk space. • The next option is to save three different file types (.DBF, .CDX, and .FPT). This will provide you with a copy of all the data, index, and notes files you would need to restore STD*MIS. You would have to first install a complete version of STD*MIS and then copy these files into the directory for your system to be completely restored. • The final option is to save just two file types (.DBF and .FPT). Since you haven’t saved the index files in this option, you will need to install a complete version of STD*MIS, copy these files into STD*MIS, and then reindex the entire system. Any of the three options works fine, but you will need to make the decision locally to accommodate your particular program. As always, your STD*MIS Support Person can assist you in making the most appropriate decision. Q2: Ca
