Win XP Service Pack 1

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The install wizard for SP1 recommends "backing up" the system before
installing

What exactly needs to be backed up?
Should a restore point be created?

thanks
 
Recommended backup is so you can uninstall SP1, if problems occur. A
restore point is usually created automatically.
Folders on your C: $NTUninstall are backups of WinUpdates you
installed.
 
The install wizard for SP1 recommends "backing up" the system before
installing
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What exactly needs to be backed up?
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The entire partition that contains XP. For example, all of
drive c:
Should a restore point be created?
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Yes, however, the system should do that automatically. But, DO NOT
depend on a restore point alone to recover your system in case of
problems. A verified backup is best.
thanks
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Have fun.
 
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