HT1660 If I view a previous itunes library, will it delete/replace my current library?

If I choose to view a previous itunes library, will it delete or replace my current library? I deleted a bunch of songs, and I'm hoping to be able to view them in a previous library.

No. It should not affect your data. But it's a good idea to backup.

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Thank you so much!
Michelle

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If you purchased all songs in the iTunes Store, plug your iPod to your Mac or PC and iTunes will ask you to transfer purchases.
If you didn't purchase any song or you have non-purchased songs from the iTunes Store, you have to use an application to transfer the songs to iTunes. Here is a list of applications you can use for that > https://discussions.apple.com/message/11319208#11319208

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