How Do I Perform a System Restore on My Windows Computer ?

 

The system restore feature is used in the case of your computer not running properly after installing or uninstalling an application such as software or in the case of an operating file gone missing which is causing the computer to crash or act wrong. 
Microsoft has added the ability to reset your computer to a previous date using the " system restore " feature.  This provides the user the ability to return the computer's setting to the last restore point in the system memory.  It is a relatively automated procedure and can be done safely by just about any computer user.  
Although not all Windows versions and systems are the same, typically the RESTORE setting is found by clicking the START menu in the lower left hand corner, and then choosing the HELP AND SUPPORT option located above the RUN and SEARCH options. 
Now under PICK A TASK,
select Undo changes to your computer with System Restore.  A wizard will open up and guide you through the rest of the process. 
Keep in mind that restoring your computer does not uninstall any software that may have caused the problem in the first place - and may not fix the problem or stop it from reoccurring.   Many problems with the window's system are caused by errors or changes made to the registry and often a safer, simpler way to fix your system may be to install a registry repair program.  
. A tool such as Registry Patrol is a free diagnostic program that you simply download and then run on your computer. It scans all of your files and hard drives and then reports back to you any problems if finds. It's not uncommon to have it report back that it has found hundreds upon hundreds of errors - in fact when we ran it on the computer this website was designed on, it found 916 errors.
The best part about the program is it will instantly fix those problems safely and quickly - and is a whole lot cheaper than having a technician look at your computer. It also has a feature that allows you to stop programs from loading when you turn on your computer which is often a problem for older computers with too many start up applications trying to get started every time you boot your system up. Registry Patrol will also clean what is called your cache files which will dramatically speed up your internet performance.
The program Registry Patrol is free to install and operate and it keeps a close eye on your registry to prevent and repair any types of problems it finds. You can go to the Registry Patrol site by clicking here.
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