This means that that all of your phone numbers and texts are stored on a very small, fragile SIM card. This is good news because it means that you can purchase a small device that is called a USB SIM card reader.
The USB SIM card reader will give you the protection that you need in case this unfortunate experience should happen. This is because you will be able to back-up all of your data that is on your SIM card and store it on your personal computer. In this way, you will always be able to have a copy of all of your contacts.
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