I need to reformat my computer, but i do not have an external hard drive, is there another way to do this
i need to reformat my laptop, but dont want to mess up my itunes and purchases
my i tunes has downloaded music and apps and a few book and movies on it, all downloaded through itunes on this computer
or on my ipad/iphone
what is the best way to make sure i do not lose these items after i reformat
thanks
Chickerz
that will keep my music, apps, movies, ?
and then i can just put it back after i reformat?
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