What are the types of restore point I may see in the “Select a restore point” window?
Initial System checkpoints: This restore point is created the first time you start your computer after you upgrade it to Windows XP or when you first start a new computer. System checkpoints: System Restore creates restore points on a regular basis even if you have not made any changes to the system. System Restore automatically creates these restore points every 24 hours of calendar time, or every 24 hours your computer is turned on. If your computer is turned off for more than 24 hours, System Restore creates a restore point the next time you start the computer. The computer must be idle for a few minutes before System Restore creates a scheduled restore point. Program name installation restore points: When you install a application and provided the application utilizes an installer that is System Restore compliant this restore point will be created. Selecting this restore point removes installed files and registry settings made to the system during and after the install process. Fil
