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back up vs. backup
(I) Verb "back up": To store data for the purpose of creating a
backup copy. (See: archive.)
(I) Noun/adjective "backup": (1.) A reserve copy of data that is
stored separately from the original, for use if the original
becomes lost or damaged. (See: archive.) (2.) Alternate means to
permit performance of system functions despite a disaster to
system resources. (See: contingency plan.)
