How to use Windows System Restore to undo changes to your computer

Most of the time when your computer does not do what you want it to do, it is usually because you have not given it correct instructions.

For example, if you try to maximize a program's window, but instead the program closes, it's likely that you clicked the tiny close button (the small X in the upper right of the program's window) instead of the tiny maximize button (the button immediately to the X's left). Has this ever happened to you? This is known as "operator error". In other words, your computer did exactly what you told it to do, but you gave it wrong instructions (clicked the wrong button).

Sometimes your computer just does the wrong thing. This could be evidence of a bug in the software, or a virus on your computer.

What about the situations when there does not seem to be any reasonable explanation for a computer problem? Sometimes it's easiest to just go buy a new computer or reinstall the operating system. I must admit, I love the new computer smell. (Is there such a smell?)

Before spending/wasting your money, try Windows' System Restore tool to see if it can fix your problem.

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