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Recognize why data is stored in files for program use.

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Recognize why data is stored in files for program use

  • This point belongs to File handling, especially File handling outcomes.
  • You need to be able to recognize why data is stored in files for program use.
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File Storage in Programming

Files are used to store data that programs can access and manipulate. This allows for data persistence and efficient data management.

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    State one reason why data is stored in files.

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