Introduction
It is vital that you make backup copies of the files on your computer on a regular basis so you don’t lose valuable data if your computer encounters problems. The term back up (or backup, when referring to the noun or adjective) refers to the process of using a special software program designed to read your data quickly, compress it into a small, efficient space, then store it on an external medium, such as a set of disks, a network drive, or a tape cartridge.
Windows Vista includes the Back up and Restore Center (New!). Using the Back up and Restore Center has several advantages over simply copying files to a removable disk. Your files are compressed as they are copied so that you can fit more onto a removable disk, and it splits ...
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