I need to create alternative library in Itunes

I am going to create an alternative library in itunes and then i want to dump it. How do I get rid of it...I am using 10.6.8 imac.

Hello heidismiles
Once you have created your new iTunes library, go to the Music folder and drag the old one to the trash. Make sure to verify that you have the right iTunes library working. Once verified, you can empty the trash.
iTunes: How to open an alternate iTunes Library file or create a new one
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1589
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Regards,
-Norm G.

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