What is the term for converting computer data from one format and saving it in another?

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Your question can be looked at two ways.

Converting: Changing the overall structure or appearance of the data. The data stays the same, but looks different. Example - changing text that reads "2+4" from red to show up in purple text and enlarging the font.

Parsing: Changing the way the data works, or executing a change on the data itself. The data does not stay the same, either through application of rules or programs. Example - changing "2+4" to "6".

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