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There are times when a system will simply malfunction for any number of reasons. Rather than require countless hours of diagnostic work to hunt down the problem, Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 provide a System Restore feature. This can be particularly useful if a virus has been introduced into the system during a session and disables operating system functions. The system restoration returns the computer to a previous state without losing personal data files.
System Restore actively monitors changes to the activity of the system and some application files. It then automatically creates identifiable references known as restore points. These restore points are created either on a daily basis or when a significant system change, such as the installation of a new application, is noted. Optionally, the user can create and name restore points at any time. This is certainly recommended for any administrator engaged in downloading and applying untested applications or operating system patches. There are several methods of accessing the System Restore functions: Start 
More Programs Accessories System Tools Backup Start Help and Support Services Tools System Restore; Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System System Restore; Start Help and Support Services Performance and Maintenance Use System Restore.
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System Restore monitors only critical operating system files and does not monitor changes to or recover user personal data files. Users are still responsible for backing up personal files.
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