Built into Windows, this tool will back up and restore key folders, apps, settings, and credentials from one computer to another. Here's how to use File History and the new Backup tool to back up ...

Open your Windows Settings and select Update & Security. Select Backup on the left navigation panel, then select Add a drive ...

When File History fails to recognize a connected drive, it can stop backups, leaving your data unprotected. This issue can come from several causes, from system settings to physical hardware problems.

To set up File History on a Windows 10 PC, connect your backup device, then go to Settings > Update & Security > Files Backup. Click Add a drive under the Back up using File History header.

Built into Windows, this tool will back up and restore key folders, apps, settings, and credentials from one computer to another. Here's how to use File History and the new Backup tool to back up ...