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XML stands for eXtensible Markup Language.
XML was designed to store and transport data.
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XML Example 1
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<note>
<to>Tove</to>
<from>Jani</from>
<heading>Reminder</heading>
<body>Don't forget me this weekend!</body>
</note>
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XML Example 2
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<breakfast_menu>
<food>
<name>Belgian Waffles</name>
<price>$5.95</price>
<description>
Two of our famous Belgian Waffles with plenty of real maple
syrup
</description>
<calories>650</calories>
</food>
<food>
<name>Strawberry Belgian Waffles</name>
<price>$7.95</price>
<description>
Light Belgian waffles covered with strawberries and
whipped cream
</description>
<calories>900</calories>
</food>
<food>
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<name>Berry-Berry Belgian Waffles</name>
<price>$8.95</price>
<description>
Belgian waffles covered with assorted fresh berries and
whipped cream
</description>
<calories>900</calories>
</food>
<food>
<name>French Toast</name>
<price>$4.50</price>
<description>
Thick slices made from our homemade sourdough bread
</description>
<calories>600</calories>
</food>
<food>
<name>Homestyle Breakfast</name>
<price>$6.95</price>
<description>
Two eggs, bacon or sausage, toast, and our ever-popular
hash browns
</description>
<calories>950</calories>
</food>
</breakfast_menu>
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