HT4859 question about backing up iphone

if I back up my iphone/ipad to my computer, then delete a file (say, a picture) from my iphone/ipad, then back up the iphone/ipad again, will the previously deleted file still be backed up, or will it be gone?

The iphone backup that itunes performs does not include photos or itunes content.  You should be including this content in your regular backup of your computer files/docs/pics/music/etc.
Here is info on the iphone backup that itunes performs:
Backing up, updating, and restoring iPad, iPod touch, and iPhone software
more detailed information about backing up

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