Backing up your information
When to back up
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On a regularly scheduled basis.
NOTE
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Before the computer is repaired or restored.
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Before you add or modify hardware or software.
Back up suggestions
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Create system restore points using Windows XP Professional System Restore feature.
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Store personal files in the My Documents folder and back up these folders periodically.
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Back up templates stored in their associated programs.
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Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings.
The screen shot can be a time saver if you have to reset your preferences.
To copy the screen and paste it into a Word document:
a.
Display the screen.
b.
Copy the screen:
To copy only the active window, press
To copy the entire screen, press
c.
To paste the copied images into a document, open Word, and then select Edit > Paste.
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Chapter 2 Recovering system information
Set reminders to back up your information periodically.
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