TECH TIP - How To Create A System Restore Point
Whenever you're about to install a new piece of software or an update, or one is going to be automatically installed for you, it's always a good idea to manually create a System Restore Point.
Luckily, creating a System Restore Point is easy:
- Click on the Start or Windows button (usually in the lower-left corner of your screen)
- In the Start Search box, type 'System Restore'
- You should see the 'System Restore' function come up. Click on it.
- You should see a box asking you if you want to Restore your computer to a previous point, or Create A Restore Point. Click Create A Restore Point (this may also be labeled, "Open System Protection").
- Select the drives you'd like to create a Restore Point for (usually just the C drive)
- Click the 'Create' button
- Name the Restore Point (usually the day and time you're creating it)
- Click the 'Create' button
You'll now see a dialog box informing you the Restore Point is being created.
After a minute or so, you should see a dialog box letting you know the Restore Point was created successfully!
It's a simple task, and the payoff is peace of mind!