When Performing an Initial TM Backup can You Continue Using Your Mac?

I just backed up my MBP to TM and it took a long time. I'm about to start backing up my iMac; can I still be working on it while TM performs the first backup?
Thanks

Sure - on a slower computer you might notice some keyboard lag but on your G5 there shouldn't be any problem at all. I've never had any difficulties using my computers while TM runs.

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