Backing Up Files; Scheduling Maintenance Tasks - Gateway computer User Manual

Backing up files

Backing up files and removing them from the hard drive frees space for new files on the hard
drive. It also protects you from losing important information if the hard drive fails or you
accidentally delete files.
Support. Type saving files in the Search Help box, then press E
You should back up your files regularly to a writable CD or DVD (if you have a recordable drive)
or to diskettes (if you have a diskette drive). Use a backup device, such as a recordable drive or
Zip drive, to do a complete hard drive backup. For more information, see
data CDs and DVDs" on page
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Scheduling maintenance tasks

tasks will not run.
Help and Support. Type Scheduled Task Wizard in the Search Help box, then press
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The Scheduled Task Wizard lets you schedule maintenance tasks such as running Disk
Defragmenter and Error-checking.
To start the Scheduled Task Wizard:
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Help
For more information about backing up files, click Start, then click Help and
Important
Your computer must be on during scheduled tasks. If your computer is off, scheduled
Help
For more information about using the Scheduled Task Wizard, click Start, then click
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Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click Scheduled Tasks. The
Scheduled Tasks window opens.
Double-click the Add Scheduled Task icon. The Scheduled Task Wizard opens.
Click Next, then click the task or program you want to schedule and follow the on-screen
instructions to customize the task.
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