System Restore can be a good tool, especially if you install and remove new programs frequently. The down side is it can hog up valuable hard drive space. I had 10 percent of my hard drive reserved for System Restore. For me it was too much, enough to block Windows Updates that I actually wanted.
If your happy with your system now, you may want to delete some of the oldest restore points. Then you might allocate less space for system restore. Find a better description here: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/how-to-delete-old-restore-points-to-save-disk/28648a45-ac7a-4f14-95b6-cb91021566f8?auth=1
I am a senior and disabled with very limited income. My problem is I have a very old laptop. With Windows updates I now have used 97.6 GB of 111GB. One more Windows update and I believe this computer will "crash"! I only use it to play games with fellow shut-ins and store photographs (do not want to lose those, so I back up on an external hard drive every month). As I no longer work I can delete resumes, etc., but it will not clear much space. I know this laptop is old (as am I), but I use every day to be able to connect with friends (Facebook, etc.). Any idea on how I can stop Windows upgrades? What or how to delete some things on this laptop as I have no idea what many of these things/programs are? I know I need a tech person, but with minimal income it is difficult. Still have to pay rent.
Any info would be appreciated. Have a good day!
--Submitted by Jo C

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