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Chapter 5: Fundamental Operating Systems 159Figure 5-34Windows System RestoreNoteA restore point backs up drivers, system files, and registry settings but not application data.ERD and ASRWindows 2000 offers the ability to create an emergency repair disk (ERD) that saves criticalboot files and configuration information necessary to troubleshoot problems inWindows. Windows XP offers the same features with the Automated System Recovery(ASR) wizard. Although both ERD and ASR are powerful troubleshooting tools, theyshould never replace a good backup.A recovery CD contains the essential files used to repair the system after a serious issue,such as a hard drive crash. The recovery CD can contain the original version of Windows,hardware drivers, and application software. When the recovery CD is used, the computerwill be restored to the original default configuration.Lab 5.6.2: Restore PointsIn this lab, you will create a restore point and return your computer to that point in time.Refer to the lab in IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software Labs and Study Guide, ThirdEdition (ISBN 1-58713-198-6). You can perform this lab now or wait until the end of thechapter.