I know that it is possible to turn off File History from the Settings and Control Panel. However, as an administrator of my computer and its network, I would like to disable File History entirely in the hopes that it would become grayed out so that other users who are not admins would not be able to turn it on themselves. Resolution: Before Windows 8 […]
Windows 10 Backup and Restore
How to Add/Remove Folders for File History in Windows 10
I want to use File History for my backups, but I would like the ability to add more folders to the File History backups as well as to have the chance to remove any folders I no longer want in the backups. Resolution: Before Windows 8 was released, the Windows operating system had Backup and Restore (formerly Windows Backup and Restore Center) for taking backups. […]
How to Turn On/Off File History in Windows 10
I want to use Windows 10’s default backup feature called File History. I am coming from Windows 7’s Backup and Restore feature, and I wanted File History because it backs up my files more often, albeit only a few critical folders that I need for my company. I just need to know how to turn File History on and start using it in simple terms, […]
How to Delete Older Versions of File History in Windows 10
I want to continue using File History to store the backups of my files, but I would like the flexibility to choose how long the backups are stored on my computer. This means that if I want to store the backups for a shorter period of time, I can do that, and if I want to extend the time my computer stores the backups, I […]
How to Select Drive for File History in Windows 10
I want to keep using the same Windows default backup feature that I had first learned in Windows 8 called File History. When I go to access File History though I can’t work out how to choose what drive the backups will be stored on. I realize that I can’t use my C: drive because I’m already using it and the point of a backup […]
How to Restore Files/Folders from File History in Windows 10
I have previously used File History to take automatic backups for my files and folders. I’m already familiar with turning File History on and allowing the automatic backups, as well as choosing how much time elapses between backups. Now I’m looking to restore those backups. Resolution: Before Windows 8 was released, the Windows operating system had Backup and Restore (formerly Windows Backup and Restore Center) […]
How to Change How Long File History Stores Backups in Windows 10
I have upgraded my computer from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10. I use File History to make backups of my Libraries, OneDrive, and Desktop folders to the external drive. The total space comes close to the 1 terabyte maximum that my external hard drive allows. I am concerned that File History is using up too much of my computer’s disk space, and I don’t want […]
How to Change How Often to Save File History in Windows 10
I have upgraded my computer from Windows 8.1 to Windows 10. I use File History to make backups of my Libraries, OneDrive, and Desktop folders to the external drive. The total space comes close to the 1 terabyte maximum that my external hard drive allows. I am concerned that File History is using up too much of my computer’s disk space, and I don’t want […]
How to Backup Files/Folders via File History in Windows 10
I have heard that Microsoft is considering doing away with System Restore. After looking into it, my System Restore was turned off by default. This didn’t look positive for restoring my computer in future Windows 10 updates, so I have decided to look elsewhere for backup solutions. I have heard of third-party software such as Macrium Reflect, but would rather something simple and that is […]
How to See List of All Available System Restore Points in Windows 10
I’ve had a problem with the Recycling Bin—I went to copy a folder, and it disappeared. The folder should have ended up in the Recycling Bin, but for whatever reason, it’s not in there, and I don’t know where else it could be. To solve the problem, I want to perform a System Restore, which will allow me to turn back the clock on my […]
How to Backup/Restore Network Shares and Permissions in Windows 10
I’ve been using file sharing over a network for my small company, and we have put in quite a bit of effort setting up all of our different permissions. As the administrator who is in charge of everyone’s roles, I would like to back up the network shares and permissions that have been created. Resolution: Windows 10 allows you to share files and folders over […]
How to Backup/Restore Sticky Notes App Settings in Windows 10
I love using the Sticky Notes app; however, I must admit trying to use the settings is a bit difficult. Moreover, it doesn’t have as many features as I would like. For instance, there doesn’t seem to be any way to backup the sticky notes. If the Sticky Notes app itself doesn’t offer a backup solution, perhaps there is a workaround still by using the […]
How to Exclude Folders from File History in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
Love it or hate it, Microsoft has made a lot of changes to the Windows operating system editions over the years. Most people would be inclined to agree that many of those changes were for the better while other changes that they’ve made have been downright confusing. Those looking to find confusion needn’t look any further than the list of backup options that have come […]
How to Backup and Restore Sticky Notes in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
Sticky Notes is a desktop notes application included in Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10. It was present in Windows Vista as a gadget for the Windows Sidebar, and originated in Windows XP Tablet Edition in 2002. The program allows users to take notes using post-it note–like windows on their desktop. According to a Microsoft employee, there were eight million monthly Sticky Notes users as of April 2016 The original Sticky Notes gadget was one of many […]
How to Automatically Create System Restore Point on Schedule in Windows 10 [Tutorial]
System Restore monitors system changes and saves the system state as a restore point. If a system problem develops as a result of a system change, the user can return the system to a previous state using the data from a restore point. Applications and the system can create restore points when system changes occur. System Restore can also be configured to create restore points […]
How to Backup and Restore with Macrium Reflect [Tutorial]
Macrium Reflect, one of the best solutions for backing up system images for Windows, has been downloaded more than seven million times and the premium version has been sold on more than 60 countries around the world. It’s gained its popularity for being a quick and easy solution for backing up Windows operating system, something that Microsoft hasn’t spent a lot of time focusing on […]
How to Change Windows Backup Settings in Window 10 [Tutorial]
Windows Backup was first introduced in Windows 7 under the different name of “Backup and Restore.” It then was taken away from Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. Windows 10 allows you to retake the backups with the new Windows Backup feature. There’s even an option to link you through to taking the backups the same way Windows 7 offered it too if you prefer doing […]
How to Reset Sticky Notes in Windows 10 from System Settings [Tutorial]
The average American household has a small sticky note page that you can write on and peel back when you have finished writing to stick somewhere around the house to get someone’s attention. I use sticky notes when my Mum is sleeping, and I need her to know something when she wakes up because I won’t be able to tell her since it will be […]