[jabu]

You can use active sync to backup contacts to outlook. if you are just backing up to use on another pda, use PIMBackup. It is fast reliable and has saved my @$$ several times! Just save the backup file to an SD card or your PC.

Note: I haven't gotten active sync to work w/ outlook express, only outlook. I think it's Microsoft's way of trying to twist your arm into buying their products...