I've got a file TEST.MDB and I want to back it up.

In order to back up the file I have to close the file. Problem is it's a multi-user program with perhaps 6 or 8 terminals all using the file.

I know that I have to close the application and exit the program in order to back it up.

My question is... does anybody know how to make a copy of the file when it's open and in use?

Don't say it's impossible. I know a guy who wrote a little utility to copy a file that was in use and I saw it run. He's long gone and I never did see the source code... but there IS a way. Anybody know how you do it?

Many thanks.

--DB