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Make a Restore Point
In XP, it's also a good idea to make a "Restore Point" (click Control Panel/Performance and Maintenance/System Restore) and select "Create a restore point" before each and every change. System Restore can roll back many minor system changes without requiring you to restore your full backup.
System restore in Windows XP.To use system restore:
1. Open your Control Panel.
2. Select Performance & Maintenance.
3. Select System Restore.

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