Will I lose my iTunes playlist if I re-install XP on my PC

I have to wipe my computer and reload Windows XP because of a software problem (on Dell's advice). I am not sure what to do to keep my itunes playlist, several of which I purchased off itunes. Can I save itunes folder and if so what should I save it on?
Thanks. Need an answer soon.

Yes you will lose everything, so you must save anything you want to keep.
The easiest thing if you have and external HD is to save your iTune folder to it, assuming all your music is in the default loaction.
iTunes 7 also has a backup to DVD feature.
You can also use your iPod, here is an article about using your iPod to move to a new computer, which your new istallation effectively is.
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=300173
I wouldn't recommend using this as there is no backup if the iPod fails.

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