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# Categories

This section allows users to create, update, and delete categories.

**Core Features:**

* **Add New Category**: Include fields like category name, description, and optional icon.
* **Edit Category**: Allow updating the name, description.
* **Delete Category**: Implement safeguards to prevent accidental deletion, such as confirmation modals or checks for associated articles.
* **View All Categories**: List all categories with options to filter, sort, or search.