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How to keep a backup of all your programs on windows 10?
Hi everyone, I'm not very tech-savvy and could use some guidance. I want to create a full backup of all my installed programs on Windows 10 in case I need to reinstall my system. I’m not just looki...
Creating a System Image Backup is an excellent way to keep a backup of all your programs on Windows 10 computer, settings, and operating system files on Windows 10. This method captures your entire system, including installed programs, settings, and files.
Requirements
- To create a System Image Backup on Windows 10, you'll need:
- Windows 10 Home or Pro edition
- A valid Windows 10 license key
- A USB drive or external hard drive with enough free space to store the backup (at least 20 GB recommended)
- A Windows installation media (such as a USB drive or CD/DVD) to create a recovery environment
Steps of Keep a backup of all your programs Windows 10:
1. Open Control Panel → Backup and Restore.
2. Click Create a system image on the left.
3. Choose where to save the backup.
4. Follow the prompts to complete the backup.