How to Perform a Backup on Windows XP

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: To use the built in Windows XP backup tool

   If you select the option of the My Documents backup, it will copy the entire contents of the Documents and Settings folder including MS Outlook/Outlook Express messages and settings as well as your profile settings. , In all likelihood the My Documents folder of your computer will be large in size and contain a lot of irrelevant information.
   
   If this is the case, Windows XP backup tool suggests that you manually specify files that you want to include or exclude from the backup set. , You can export them from the Menu. ,
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   Step 2: follow the instructions.

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   Step 3: Click the Start button > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup.

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   Step 4: The Windows XP backup tool allows backing up all user files in just one task.

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   Step 5: However

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   Step 6: in most situations full backup is not necessary.

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   Step 7: Lastly

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   Step 8: don't forget to backup your Internet Explorer favourites from within IE.

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   Step 9: for really important backups

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    Step 10: nothing beats writing down names

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    Step 11: phone numbers

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    Step 12: email addresses and bank account details.

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