How Can I Do a System Restore on Windows 8?
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How do I restore my Windows 8 computer to an earlier date?

Steps to restore computer to earlier date on Windows 8:

  1. Step 1: Open the Search bar with Windows+F hotkeys, select Settings, type restore point in the empty box and click Create a restore point in the results.
  2. Step 2: As the System Properties dialog appears, in System Protection settings, tap System Restore button.
  3. Step 3: In the System Restore window, choose Next.

How do I do a full system restore?

Use a restore point

Go to the search field in your taskbar and type “system restore,” which will bring up “Create a restore point” as the best match. Click on that. Again, you’ll find yourself in the System Properties window and the System Protection tab. This time, click on “System Restore…”

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

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Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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