Prevent your dbx file from corruption

If you follow these below mentioned steps outlined here, you will greatly reduce the chances that your DBX files will become corrupt.

1. You should disable the default e-mail scan in your anti-virus program.
2. If you have not installed Windows XP SP2, disable automatic background compaction.
3. Keep minimum number of emails in your Inbox, you should move messages to other folders you create.
4. Make sure that the Sent Items folder does not grow to an unmanageable size, it should be having less then 2000 emails.
5. Compact all folders on a regular basis, such as bi-weekly, or more often if you make extensive use of e-mail or newsgroups.
6. When compacting, do not use your computer until the process is finished. In addition, your Outlook Express should be in offline mode.
7. Purchase a copy of DD DBX Repair for emergency use.
8. Keep your computer and anti-virus products up to date with the latest patches.
9. Backup your entire Store Folder on a regular basis.