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System Restore

I am planning to try a system restore to give my machine a clean up. Thing is im worried about losing any programs etc which are current.

If i do a restore and dont like what ive lost can i restore back to the settings i have today?

Thanks from a computer thicko!
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  • Mr_Skint_2
    Mr_Skint_2 Posts: 5,183 Forumite
    A system restore using "system restore point" wont delete any programs but if you
    do a complete system restore using any install disks yes you will erase/lose
    any third party software you have installed since you bought the PC.

    If the PC is in need of a cllean I would download and run https://www.ccleaner.com
    and also do a defrag, start,All Programs,Accessories,System Tools,Defragmener.
    If using XP, and unintsall any unwanted programs in control panel.
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