There are many Backup options:linux.about.com/.../...ftware_Backup_Solutions.htmHere is one method from KDE:www.desktoplinux.com/articles/AT2280165098.htmlHere are ideas for Gnome:www.foogazi.com/.../You can also use a program such as Flyback:bernaz.wordpress.com/.../flyback-a-time-machine-backup-utility-for\-linux