What is a *.*~ file ???
 

Hi All

Whenever I create a file (any extension), there is another file that is automatically created in the same directory.
If the file i create is linuxquestions.org there would be a file linuxquestions.org~
What is this file? is it important? is it ok to delete it?
And any more relevent information is appreciated please...

Sincerely,
Navderm

It's only an archive of the original file. Any time you make a change to your file(s) the older version then gets archived automatically. You can delete if you wish.

if you are using any GUI editor, like gedit, check the preferences and uncheck the option create a backup copy of files before saving. This will stop creating them.