How to Restore a Corrupt Vista System
- 1). Click on the Start menu and enter "System Restore" into the search box. Then click on "System Restore," which will be the first result.
- 2). Click the "Recommended restore" check box. This will tell Vista to pick the best restore point.
- 3). Confirm that you want Windows to perform the system restore. You may be required to enter your administrative password, depending on your settings. Windows will then run System Restore and restart your computer.
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