11 Backup And Recovery - HP Notebook User Manual

11 Backup and recovery

To protect your information, use Windows Backup and Restore to back up individual files and folders,
back up your entire hard drive, create system repair media, or create system restore points. In case
of system failure, you can use the backup files to restore the contents of your computer.
From the Start screen, type restore, click Settings, and then select from the list of displayed
options.
NOTE: For detailed instructions on various backup and restore options, perform a search for these
topics in Help and Support. From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support.
In case of system instability, HP recommends that you print the recovery procedures and save them
for later use.
NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your
computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing
software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more
information. From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support.
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