How to copy SQLSERVER 2005 to 2012 mdf and log log file

Hi
I have 2005 database mdf and log file and I want to copy this database file into 2012 express edition. Please anybody can tell me how is it possible to copy onto 2012 sqlserver database file
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Pol
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Make sure total database size is not greater than 10 G as maximum database limit in SQL Server 2012 Express is 10 G. You can also use
backup restore method to move SQL Server database.
You need to stop SQL Server service to attach detach database or copy mdf and ldf files.
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