what is difference between outlook .OST and .PST file

Difference Between OST and PST

What Is OST File

 .ost Most other account types, such as IMAP accounts, Microsoft 365 accounts, Exchange accounts, and Outlook.com accounts use an Offline Outlook Data File (. ost) file to store a synchronized copy of your mailbox information on your local computer.

• .OST (Offline Storage Table)
• Created By MS Outlook and MS Exchange To Hold Offline Copy.
• These Are Local Copy Of Your Exchange Mail Box.
• If OST File Is Corrupt, Use Scan OST Exe For Repair.
• OST Can Be Corrupt To PST file.

What Is PST File 

In computer, a Personal Storage Table is an open proprietary file format used to store copies of messages, calendar events, and other items within Microsoft software such as Microsoft Exchange Client, Windows Messaging, and Microsoft Outlook.

• PST (Personal Storage Table)
• Not Created By Exchange Server Or Outlook.
• PST File Are Easier To Backup.
• If PST File Is Unstable, Use scanpst.exe  Utility Repair.
• PST Can Not Be Corrupted To OST