What does it mean to export your data?

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Data export is the extraction and conversion of raw data from their existing format into a format required by another application. Exporting data is also a way of backing up data or moving it between two different versions of programs.

What happens when you export files?

In a personal computer application, to export is to convert a file into another format than the one it is currently in. Once the file is exported to the desired format (specified in its file name suffix), it can be opened and worked on by an application that recognizes and uses this format.

Does exporting data delete it?

No, through the SQL import/export wizard it won't be deleted and I can't think of any other way it would be deleted by just exporting.

Why do you export data?

Exporting can be used as a method of backing up important data or moving data between two different versions of programs.

Is export the same as backup?

When you export, you are saving information (for example, a list of your passwords, bookmarks and so on) to share it with another unit. A backup is to make a copy that can be used in case your files are damaged or whatever. Basically, both do the same thing.

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