One of the ways to keep your MS Windows safe is the System Restore tool. After installing new software or hardware, or as a result of incorrect user actions, the system may become unstable. In this case, you can restore its performance by returning it to its previous state, i.e. by undoing changes in system and program files.
Instructions
Step 1
By default, the "System Restore" option is enabled. If this feature is not available when you try to select a restore point, it means that it was disabled by accident or intentionally. To enable System Restore again, you need administrator rights.
Step 2
From the Start menu, select Programs, then Accessories, System Tools, and System Restore. A system restore window appears with a message that this function is disabled.
Step 3
Answer “Yes” to the inclusion question. In the "System Properties" window, uncheck the "Disable System Restore …" checkbox and click OK.
Step 4
You can call the system restore window in another way. Right-click on the "My Computer" icon and select "Properties" from the context menu. Go to the "System Restore" tab and uncheck the box "Disable System Restore …" Click OK to confirm.
Step 5
The feature can be disabled by the Group Policy Editor. In this case, when you try to select "System Restore" in the "Programs" section, a message appears: "System Restore was disabled by Group Policy …". The System Restore tab disappears from the System Properties window.
Step 6
To invoke the command line, use the Win + R combination and enter the gpedit.msc command. Expand Computer Configuration, Administrative Templates, System, and System Restore.
Step 7
Right-click on "Disable System Restore" and select "Properties" from the drop-down menu. Move the toggle switch to Not Configured or Disabled. Confirm the change by clicking OK
Step 8
Check the "Disable configuration" item and open the drop-down menu by right-clicking. Select "Properties" and set the option "Not Configured".
