How to Back up files

• How to do Backup
  
  To back up your files
  
  Open Backup and Restore by clicking the Start button , clicking Control Panel, clicking System and Maintenance, and then clicking Backup and Restore.
  Do one of the following:
  If you've never used Windows Backup before, click Set up backup, and then follow the steps in the wizard.  If you're prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
  If you've created a backup before, you can wait for your regularly scheduled backup to occur, or you can manually create a new backup by clicking Back up now.  If you're prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
  Notes
  
  We recommend that you don't back up your files to the same hard disk that Windows is installed on.
  Always store media used for backups (external hard disks, DVDs, or CDs) in a secure place to prevent unauthorized people from having access to your files—we recommend a fireproof location separate from your computer. You might also consider encrypting the data on your backup.