Microsoft System Restore
Microsoft Windows Vista includes a feature that allows you to restore your computer configuration to that of a previous time when a current software problem did not exist. The feature does this by creating a restore point where it records the computer settings at that time and date.
When a new program is installed the operating system automatically creates a restore point before it adds the new software. You can also set them manually.
If you experience a problem that you think may be due to software on your computer, use System Restore to return the computer to a previous restore point.
NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before using the System Recovery program.
To start a System Restore:
1Close all open programs.
2Click the Windows Start Button.
3Choose All Programs.
4Choose Accessories.
5Choose System Tools.
6Click System Restore.
7Click Next.
8Follow the onscreen instructions.
To manually add restore points:
1Close all open programs.
2Click the Windows Start Button.
3Choose Control Panel.
4Click System and Maintenance, then click System.
5Click System protection.
6Under Automatic restore points, select the disk that you want to create a restore point for.
7Click Create.
8Follow the onscreen instructions.
For more information about software restore points:
1Click the Windows Start Button.
2Click Help and Support. The Help and Support Center displays.
3Type system restore into the Search box, and then click Search.
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