How to Turn on Restore in Windows XP Home
- 1). Right-click on the "My Computer" icon on the Desktop or in the Start Menu and click "Properties."
- 2). Click on the "System Restore" tab.
- 3). Uncheck the "Turn off System Restore" box and then click on the "OK" button. The settings are changed and the dialog box closes automatically. The System Restore function is now active.
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