I will format my pc. How do i back up my itunes library?

Hi.
I'm using a Win XP at my office. :-( I need to format it, and install Win7.
I have music and apps in my itunes folder at this pc.
How I must to backup my itunes library to put it in my pc after the win 7 installation?
Thanks in advance.
Federico.

Backup the library with this User Tip.
Deauthorize the old computer as you no longer want to access protected content on it.
Restore the backup to your new/rebuilt computer using the same tool used to back it up, ideally before installing iTunes.
Keep your backup up-to-date in future.
tt2

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