windows xp backup

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when i click start, all programs, accessories, then
system tools, I do not see "backup" as an option. i want
to backup my pc but can't find the directions. help!!!
 
Open XP's "Help and Support" and type: BACKUP , and hit enter.

HOW TO: Install Backup from the CD-ROM in Windows XP Home Edition
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;302894

How to Use the Backup Utility to Back Up Files and Folders in Windows XP Home Edition
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;320820

HOW TO: Use Backup to Back Up Files and Folders on Your Computer in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308422


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| when i click start, all programs, accessories, then
| system tools, I do not see "backup" as an option. i want
| to backup my pc but can't find the directions. help!!!
 
cmabry said:
when i click start, all programs, accessories, then
system tools, I do not see "backup" as an option. i want
to backup my pc but can't find the directions. help!!!
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If you have a OEM version of WinXP, NTBACKUP.EXE might not be included. If
your pc came with a WIN XP CD, you can check the \valueadd folder for the
file and install it. Micro$oft seems to think that buyers of a OEM version
won´t care for backups! But don´t worry!. There are many (and better) backup
tools on the Internet. Just search with Google.

Lots of succes,

Ben
 
Ben Jorna said:
If you have a OEM version of WinXP, NTBACKUP.EXE might not be included. If
your pc came with a WIN XP CD, you can check the \valueadd folder for the
file and install it. Micro$oft seems to think that buyers of a OEM version
won´t care for backups! But don´t worry!. There are many (and better) backup
tools on the Internet. Just search with Google.

Lots of succes,

Ben
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The decision to not include the Backup Program on some OEM versions is a
decision made by the OEM distributor and not by Microsoft. You are certainly
right in your statement that there are many better programs available. But
just as with WordPad, Misprint, XPs CD Burning software etc there are many
third party apps that are superior. XP ships with a variety of tools that
can help the user "get by" but if you want more power you must pay for it.
 
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