Backing up your data and important files is a crucial
part of computer maintenance, especially on laptops as they are more prone to
damage or theft than desktops. Windows 7's built-in tool, called Backup and
Restore, can automatically manage regular backups for you, saving your data to
an external source such as an external hard drive, network location or even a
blank DVD. For scheduled auto-backups, use the Task Scheduler to set reminders
for yourself to connect an external backup source.
Below are instructions on how to go about the entire process of backing up your laptop data.
