diff --git a/machine/backyard/default.nix b/machine/backyard/default.nix
index 99371f0..48fac86 100644
--- a/machine/backyard/default.nix
+++ b/machine/backyard/default.nix
@@ -80,6 +80,7 @@
     pv			# zfs send progress meter
     smartmontools	# provides smartctl drive inspector
   ];
+  programs.screen.enable = true;
 
   services.zfs = {
     autoScrub = {