Itunes backup--keep playlists, etc.

i'm having some problems with my powerbook, and i think i might need to do a system restore. is there a way that i can backup itunes and not only save my music files but also my playlists? i really don't want to have to recreate all of my folders and playlists when i put everything back onto the computer.
thanks,
jason
powerbook g4   Mac OS X (10.4.6)  

If your music is at the default location in the 'iTunes Music' folder, backup the entire iTunes folder (in ./Users/YourUsername/Music).
The iTunes folder contains the 'iTunes Library' file, which contains your playlists, podcast subscriptions, ratings etc.
More info about the library files here:
What are the iTunes library files?
Hope this helps.
M
17' iMac fp 800 MHz 768 MB RAM   Mac OS X (10.4.6)   Several ext. HD (backup and data)

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