Hi, I have done some tests using -z and not using it. When using -z the destination dir size actually increases a bit. This compression - the data is only compressed while in transition - not the dest dir... because the dest dir is larger? If true then using it on standalone pc from hd-1 to hd-2 is actually a waste? ...should not be used? Kindly some pointers please. Thanks -- Johan May this be a good day for learning Registered Linux User #330034 - still learning