ScreensieHow to Create a System Restore Point
Create a Windows configuration restore point before a risky system change.
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Backup
A backup is a separate copy of data kept so it can be recovered after loss, damage or an unwanted change.
Backup instructions, reference material, and troubleshooting.
Is a Windows restore point a backup of my files?
No. A restore point supports recovery of certain system settings and components; it is not a separate copy of all personal documents. Use the restore-point guide for system recovery preparation and maintain an appropriate backup for the files you need to keep.
How do I check whether a backup is usable?
Confirm what it includes, when it last completed and how you would restore it. Test recovery to a separate safe location when possible. A success notification alone does not confirm that a particular missing file was included or can be recovered.