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How many restore points should I have?
Just checked and I have one sytem restore point for today and one for two days ago - should there be more? Shouldn't windows automaticvally create them?
Just checked and I have one sytem restore point for today and one for two days ago - should there be more? Shouldn't windows automaticvally create them?
By default, Windows 7 creates one restore point every seven days or before significant system events such as a program or driver installation, some Windows Updates, etc.
System Restore Point - Create
It also depends on how much disk space you have set aside as to how many individual restore points will be saved.
System Protection - Change Disk Space Usage
Since restore points serve a very limited function, I usually keep 3-4 at any given time. I rely more on system images to return my computer to a working condition. So depending on how large your hard drive is and how many restore points you feel comfortable keeping, this is a purely personal decision. :)
Hello themaverick,
It depends on what you have the maximum storage space for restore points is set to.
With that said, Windows doesn't always create a restore point, so it would be best for you to manually create one before making any changes to the system to be able to undo them if needed.
Hope this helps, :)
Shawn
EDIT:
LOL, looks like Lee and I are thinking the same. :)
Turns out system protection was off for my C: drive I have changed the % to 10 and it seems to be switched on now. See how that goes
Great news. If you like, you could use the tutorial below to make creating restore points as needed easier to do.
System Restore Point Shortcut