Backup of Active Directory

Question

How do one take Backup of Active Directory?

Answer 1

Backing up Active Directory is necessary to maintain an Active Directory database. You can back up Active Directory using the Graphical User Interface (GUI) and command-line tools which the Windows Server 2003 family provides.

You often backup the system state data on domain controllers so that you can restore the most current data. By establishing a regular backup schedule, you contain a better chance of recovering data when necessary.