30 Second Tech – How to Create a System Restore Point Windows/Mac

Learn how to create a restore point to safeguard your system before making major changes or updates.

Creating a system restore point helps you revert your system to a previous state if something goes wrong after making changes or installing updates. Here’s how you can set it up on both Windows and Mac:

For Windows Users:

1. Open System Properties: Right-click on This PC on your desktop or File Explorer, and select Properties.
2. Access System Protection: Click on System Protection in the left sidebar.
3. Create Restore Point: Under the System Protection tab, click on Create.
4. Enter Description: Type a description for the restore point (e.g., “Before software installation”) and click Create again.
5. Complete: Wait for the process to finish and click Close when done.

Quick Tip: Regularly create restore points before making significant system changes. For enhanced backup solutions, consider using tools like Acronis True Image or Macrium Reflect.

For Mac Users:

1. Open Time Machine: Click on the Apple menu, select System Preferences, and then click Time Machine.
2. Set Up Time Machine: If not already set up, select Back Up Automatically and choose a backup disk.
3. Create Manual Backup: Click the Time Machine icon in the menu bar, and select Back Up Now to create a manual backup.
4. Confirm Backup: Ensure that the backup process completes successfully. This acts as your restore point.

Quick Tip: Regularly back up your data using Time Machine or consider third-party solutions like Backblaze for continuous protection.

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