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Definition:

An extra copy of a document, file or program.

Explanation:

You should make backups of all important work. A backup of a file on the hard drive can be saved on a floppy or zip disk. A backup of a floppy disk file can be on the hard drive or another floppy or zip disk.

Sentence:

"Don't forget to make a backup of your book report!"

 

 

Find out More!

• Go to backup in TechWeb's TechEncyclopedia.
  
  
• Go to backup in the FOLDOC dictionary.