Database recovery from write ahead logs is only supported in PostgreSQL 8.0.0 and later. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- hi I have to setup some backup policies for our postgres server. I had a few queries regarding corruption of database. what are the steps to be followed in postgres regarding logical corruption, instance failures, block corruption, log corruption? I am using postgres 7.3.9 I was checking out WAL logging. I enabled WAL logging in postgres.conf I found the logs in the pg_xlog directory but don't know how to recover it thanks, kailash :.________________ CONFIDENTIALITY : This e-mail and any attachments are confidential and may be privileged. If you are not a named recipient, please notify the sender immediately and do not disclose the contents to another person, use it for any purpose or store or copy the information in any medium.