Hi, I have been using tar/pkzip/winzip etc all my life. What is cpio? I see the man page and I fail to visualise the situations in which I might end up needing cpio. Can a user please throw some light on it? Rohit ********************************************************* Disclaimer This message (including any attachments) contains confidential information intended for a specific individual and purpose, and is protected by law. If you are not the intended recipient, you should delete this message and are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, or distribution of this message, or the taking of any action based on it, is strictly prohibited. ********************************************************* Visit us at http://www.mahindrabt.com