Massimo,
Friday, November 22, 2002, 2:59:38 PM, you wrote:

MB> I'd want to backup my database. Which is the best method between mysqldump and 
copying the /usr/local/var directory?

For InnoDB tables take a look at InnoDB Hot Backup software (non-free). It is a must 
to have on a production box. We, at ensita.net, enjoy using it: 
http://www.innodb.com/hotbackup.html

For both MyISAM and InnoDB tables mysqldump is a nice solution, too. 



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