Should I use ExecuteNonQuery for this db backup command

Question

I have a method that allows me to kick off a back up of a data base. What I am wondering is if I should be using ExecuteNonQuery() in this context or if there is something

Answer 1

I think ExecuteNonQuery is fine, but You should consider to user a timeout with Your query.

objCommand.CommandTimeout = 60*60; // for an hour or more

If You're using a desktop application, then for sure You should execute this query within asynchronous call.