Where is the Backup directory in WinXP?

I would like to be sure I am backing up the back up.
Also, is it possible to specify a different directory than a default one? I'd like all data of this type to go to an external drive.
Cheers and thanks,
Arthur

I had spent too much time wandering cluelessly around the Help system and Find in Finder, resulting only in frustration.
Your answer provided a quick and easy link to the information I needed.
Very Helpful!
Thank you.

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