123Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating SystemLesson 13: Using System RestoreTo delete everything from the Recycle Bin at once, chooseEmpty Recycle Bin from the File menu. Click Yes toconfirm that you are sure.HINT: Empty the Recycle Bin periodically. Even though an item ismoved to the Recycle Bin, it still uses valuable space on the harddisk drive until it is deleted from the Recycle Bin.Lesson 13: Using System RestoreThe System Restore feature allows you to return yourcomputer to the way it was configured on a specific date ortime, a “restore point.” This is useful if you are reconfiguringyour computer for new hardware or software. In the event thatyour hardware or software causes your computer tomalfunction, you can remove the offending item(s) andrestore the system to the state it was in at the preset time.To get to System Restore, click Start, point to All Programs,Accessories, System Tools and click System Restore.The System Restore Welcome screen appears.Sample System Restore Welcome screen
