Chapter 4
Backup and Restore
IN THIS CHAPTER
Understanding file backup
Obtaining backup storage
Setting up the File History feature
Creating a backup on the fly
Restoring a file or folder
Perusing the backup archive
Building a system image
Recovering from disaster
Backup isn’t something you do to thwart a malware attack. The backup process doesn’t check each file for infection, but it does keep around a safety copy of all your PC’s files. This copy is important because, should the worst thing happen to your computer and you lose everything, the backup copy can help restore your system. As such, backup plays a key role in keeping your PC secure.
An Emergency Copy
Backup is perhaps ...
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