Name
System Restore — \windows\system32\restore\rstrui.exe
Synopsis
Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → System Restore
System Information → Tools menu → System Restore
System Restore is a feature that runs invisibly in the background, continuously backing up important system files and registry settings. The idea is that at some point, you may wish to roll back your computer's configuration to a time before things started going wrong. By default, System Restore is turned on, using up to 12% of your computer's hard disk space.
To configure System Restore, click "System Restore Settings" in the main System Restore window, or go to Control Panel → [Performance and Maintenance] → System → System Restore tab.
Warning
System Restore indiscriminately replaces files installed in your computer with potentially earlier versions, resets registry preferences, and in some cases, uninstalls software. While the intention is to solve some problems, it can inadvertently cause others. If you suspect that a particular application is causing a problem, your best bet is to uninstall that single application rather than attempting a System Restore. Use System Restore as a last resort only.
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