What is Typical size for partitions on EX.HD?

[Tone50]

Just purchased a LaCie 250 FW. I need to back up my Powerbook. I understand that partitions are (without additional software) unchangeable so the question...What size and how many partitions are typical. I do a lot of graphic stuff as well as DTP. I also have a relatively large music and photo library. Thanks in advance for any suggestions. I hope I'm not over thinking this.

 

[novicew]

If you are intending to format your HD in HFS+ (Apple Native) format, there is no need of multiple partitions.

 

[cazabam]

There is generally little need to have more than one large partition unless you are being particularly clever (e.g. having an externally bootable copy of OS X or something).

 

[Tone50]

Thanks..I appreciate your immediate feedback. My question has been answered.