How to Use System Restore in Windows XP

 USING SYSTEM RESTORE ON WINDOWS XP

The System Restore utility in Windows XP is an extremely valuable tool to help solve major problems in the system caused by with the Windows Registry and device drivers. Sometimes a virus deletes an important file. When a restore point is created, a current copy of these and other important files in Windows XP are saved and can be restored using System Restore. To create a System restore point, click this link “SYSTEM RESTORE POINT”

To use System Restore just follow the instructions below.

1. Navigate to the Start -> Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools program group and choose System Restore.
2. Choose the Restore my computer to an earlier time radio button and then click Next >.
3. Choose an available date on the calendar on the left. The only available dates are those when a restore point was used. Choose a specific restore point on the right.
4. Click Next >.
5. Click Next > on the Confirm Restore Point Selection window to begin the System Restore. Windows needs to shut down to complete the process. Remember, only system files can be restored.
6. System Restore will now restore Windows XP to the state that was recorded in the restore point you chose in Step 4.
7. Immediately after logging in after the reboot, you should see the Restoration Complete window.
8. Click OK. Windows XP will now continue to start.
9. Check to see if whatever Windows XP problem you were troubleshooting has been corrected by this System Restore. If the problem was not  solved, try another restore point until it is solved.