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How (and why) to make sure System Restore is turned on in Windows

Posted on January 14, 2026

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Have you updated your PC to Windows 11 at some time in the past?

If so, there’s a very good chance that the System Restore utility was turned off during the update process.

What’s more, I’ve seen plenty of PCs that came from the factory with Windows 11 that had the System Restore utility disabled.

As you probably know, System Restore is a powerful tool that can help you get your Windows machine back into working order if something ever goes haywire with your Windows installation.

When turned on, System Restore (usually) makes it easy to roll your Windows installation back to a previous (working) state if something ever goes wrong during a program installation or some other serious issue arises.

In other words, this awesome tool can really can get you out of rather serious jams.  [Read more…]

The hidden cost of disconnected systems in treatment and corrections programs

Posted on January 13, 2026

In many treatment and corrections programs, a single task can take far longer than it should. A staff member may need one system to check attendance, another to write notes, and a third to confirm a client’s plan. None of these tools speak to each other.

Over time, this way of working becomes routine. People stop questioning it because it feels normal. Yet the strain shows up every day—in rushed documentation, delayed decisions, and growing frustration among staff.

What often goes unnoticed is that these issues are not caused by people or policies. They come from systems that were never designed to work together. The real cost of this disconnect does not always appear on budgets or reports. It shows up in lost time, missed details, and uneven care. Understanding this hidden cost is the first step toward fixing problems that many programs quietly struggle with.  [Read more…]

Q&A: Can I create a Desktop icon for putting my PC to sleep?

Posted on January 8, 2026

Question from Alan:  I know there are several ways to put a Windows PC to sleep but what I’d really like to have is a desktop icon I can click on to put it to sleep with just a double-click. Is there any way to created one?

Rick’s answer:  The answer to your question is yes, Alan. And it’s very easy to do.  [Read more…]

Q&A: Can I put more than one System Image Backup on the same drive?

Posted on November 18, 2025

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Question from Julienne:  Hello, Rick. I’m a long time reader of your blog and I’ve read your posts about making System Image backups with Windows.

Your instructions are very good and easy to follow.

I’ve made three backups so far for my laptop but I just noticed that there’s only one backup on my external hard drive. I’m assuming it’s the last one I made?

My question is can I store more than one backup on the same drive? [Read more…]

Q&A: What’s the difference between a ‘System Image’ and a regular backup?

Posted on November 10, 2025

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Question from Phillip:  I’ve been reading your blog for a while now and you often mention creating “System Image” backups.

Are these just regular backups or is there something different about them?

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