Using ipod as hard disk

I use my ipod's hard disk to transfer music from my office pc to my home pc. I decided not to delete the iTunes Music Folder from the ipod's hd in case my PC's hd crashed. Is this recommended? I only have 6GB of music downloaded so space is not an issue (for now).
Also, I like to know if using ipod during flights is ok? I know that using cellphones are not allowed but how abt ipod?

Hi Larien,
Im sorry im not going to answer your question as i dont know the answer!! But, im in a similar situatio to yourself, i want to transfer my i-tunes from my parents desk top to my new laptop and was wondering if its an easy process to do? as iv got over 1000 songs in my i-tunes and dont want to risk losing them all!!!
Pete.

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