Windows XP System Restore utilizes 12% disk space and creates Restore Point every 24 hours while keeping old points for 90 days before deletion. Microsoft offers no adjustments except for a slider for movement.
This default setting uses up an enormous amount of space unnecessarily that could be put to better use. We only need the last good Restore Point or maybe the last few, but certainly not one that's 3 months old. Therefore, using the settings that are right for you will save gigabytes of space. Luckily, System Restore Control gives you complete control over how it behaves.
With adjustments for maximum disk space used, you can set it as low as 1%. Furthermore, you can change the frequency of automatic Restore Points to be as much as 7 days or as little as one hour. Lastly, you can change the time it keeps old Restore Points before deleting to as little as 7 days.
In version 2.0, there are new features that make controlling System Restore even easier. Now, it lists all available Restore Points and Restore Operations. Additionally, it creates Restore Points and restores your System using available Restore Points. Finally, it has a useful Pause Control, which is handy when making System changes or installing an application that you trust.
Overall, System Restore Control is a valuable tool that gives you complete control over how System Restore behaves. With the ability to change settings such as disk space used and frequency of Restore Points, you can save gigabytes of space and ensure that you have the latest Restore Points available.
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