> Unless someone on the team can whip up a utility in the
> least amount of time to facilitate this when 6 is released.

There is one already. gbak.exe

> I totally agree, though it's just a litte more hassle and most people
> want less hassle in general even if it compromises the integrity of
> their database.

InterBase 6.0 adds the services API which will enable you
to add backup and retore facilities built into your
applications should your customers not want to fiddle
with the hassle.

Markus