Exploring the Backup and Restore Center

Using the Backup Wizard in the Backup and Restore Center (New!), you can pick the day, time, and how often you want to back up your files, folders, and settings. You can also specify the type of data to back up, such as documents, photos, or music. Windows Vista takes care of the rest. And you won’t be interrupted while you work, because automatic data backup occurs in the background, regardless of when you’ve scheduled your backup. You can continue to use your computer, even when it’s backing up. Easily backing up your data is only part of the story—you also need a way to get your files back where they belong if something happens to them. Using the Restore Wizard, you can choose only what you want to restore—whether ...

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