How Do You Recover XP Using System Restore?
If there is something wrong with your Windows XP operating system, a System Restore may fix the problem. As you work on your computer, the computer takes snapshots of your system. A system restore reverts your computer to a point where one of those snapshots was taken, potentially eliminating the problem. Boot up your computer. If you cannot boot into the normal version of Windows XP, press “F8” during startup and select the option to start Windows XP in “Safe Mode.” Open the “Start” menu, then go to “Programs > System Tools > System Restore.” Select the “Restore my computer to an earlier time” option on the window that appears and click “Next.” You will be taken to a window to select a point to restore your system to. Click on a date you want to revert the system to. Revert the computer to a time before you started experiencing problems. If you are unsure of that date, aim for a date at least two to three weeks before you experienced problems. Once you have selected a date, click “Nex
