How to upgrade to OSX10.9

I am a rather recent OSX user, now on OSX 10.8.5 on an iMac2012.   It is the first time I have to do an OSX version upgrade. Not sure how it is done in the iMac environement. Because of the WD drives trouble, I delayed upgrade to Mavericks until now because as I am using 2 WD MyBook Studio drives for Time Machine.
- Is there a roadbook available for that upgrade?
- Do I have to save my mail/agenda/contact data before upgrade?
- How do I upgrade the Time Machine drives or do I have to start from zero with time machine?
- Any application related precautions I have to take before upgrading?
Thx in advance for your help!

Apple - Upgrade your Mac to OS X Mavericks.
It works well for me.
In principle, no data is lost with an upgrade.  But a backup is always prudent.
You will have to investigate whether third party apps are compatible with Mavericks.  A standard resource is RoaringApps .
charlie

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