what is the BAK file- I know it sounds like bacup

[bob]

I am curious, I found this file in my data folder and it looks like the same
size as my pst. What is is, and how did ikt get there, and how do I use
it.??

Thanks in advance

 

[Milly Staples [MVP - Outlook]]

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After furious head scratching, bob asked:

| I am curious, I found this file in my data folder and it looks like
| the same size as my pst. What is is, and how did ikt get there, and
| how do I use it.??
|
| Thanks in advance