Backing up my SQL Server System Databases I'm trying to create a recurring scheduled job to fully backup the master, msdb and model databases, I'm using the Maintenance Plans for SQL Server 2008 R2, in the "Specific Databases to choose from the Backup DB Task Window" I wasn't sure if I should choose [System Databases] or [These databases: master, model, msdb]? Aren't they the same if I specifically check mark the specific databases or just choose the radio button for all system databases?
If I choose to create them under the SQL Agent, would that be the same results? as I just need to create a daily or weekly backups for them.
If you just want to back up the system databases, you should use the "System Databases" group in the drop down menu as opposed to individually selecting the system databases.

If you have not looked at the Ola Hallengren SQL Maintenance solution, I would recommend taking a peek as opposed to using the SQL Server maintenance plans. 

More info about maintenance plans: TN Maintenance plans