Windows Backup app Archives

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April 23, 2025

5 reasons I use Windows 11 Backup over Macrium Reflect

Backups are crucial for data preservation, especially when primary machines face issues. Windows 11 provides various backup tools, including the Windows Backup app, which allows users to safeguard files, applications, and system preferences. This app can restore backups during Windows reinstallation and remembers wireless network credentials, simplifying the restoration process. It enables users to restore Microsoft Store apps with a single click and features a user-friendly interface that makes navigation easy. Windows Backup also offers data protection against ransomware through OneDrive storage. However, it cannot restore third-party apps and has limited cloud storage of 5GB on OneDrive, necessitating careful management of saved files.

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December 5, 2024

Microsoft still recommends using Windows 7’s Backup and Recovery tool on Windows 11

Windows 11's updated support document recommends the use of Windows 7’s Backup and Restore tool for users whose needs are not fully met by newer solutions. This recommendation highlights that the Windows 7 tool allows for creating local backups, scheduling backups via the Control Panel, and restoring individual files or entire system images. It can back up the entire Windows 11 installation, applications, and personal files, which is a feature not available in the newer Windows Backup app. The Windows Backup app primarily focuses on backing up files and applications to OneDrive, but it cannot create a backup of the entire Windows 11 installation image to OneDrive. The Windows Backup app does allow backing up specific folders and retains user preferences, but it has limitations compared to the Windows 7 tool.

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November 9, 2024

Microsoft seems to be stepping up campaign to get folks to abandon Windows 10 for Window 11

Microsoft is encouraging Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 as the end-of-life deadline for Windows 10 approaches on October 14, 2025. Users are receiving messages about the transition, including a warning that after this date, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10. A 'learn more' option is available for users interested in the benefits of Windows 11 and the upgrade process. However, some users may face challenges if their hardware does not meet Windows 11's requirements, potentially requiring a TPM module or a new processor. Microsoft is also promoting the purchase of new Windows 11 PCs to avoid hardware upgrade issues. Additionally, users can opt for extended support for Windows 10 until October 2026 by purchasing it, which was previously only available for businesses.

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July 26, 2024

Massive Windows 11 update ships to Insiders in its last stop before rolling out to everyone

Microsoft released Windows 11 Build 26100.1297 to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. The update includes new features, changes, and improvements such as dragging files between breadcrumbs in File Explorer and improvements to Windows backup.

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July 25, 2024

Windows 10 KB5040525 out with fixes (direct download links)

KB5040525 update for Windows 10 is only available for 22H2 PCs and focuses on fixes rather than adding new features. The update resolves issues such as Windows Defender Application Control breakdown, Print Support app not responding, Universal Print clients failing to work with the Universal Print service, and Windows Backup app failing with an EFI system partition. The update also fixes the DHCP Option 235 problem that has been present since January 2024. The profile picture bug with error code 0x80070520 persists, with the Settings app wrongly displaying the error code while changing the profile picture.

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July 22, 2024

Windows 11 is displaying a pop-up to promote the Backup app – gHacks Tech News

Windows 11 is displaying a pop-up promoting Windows Backup, warning users that their PC is not fully backed up. However, the warning is incorrect as Windows Backup saves a limited amount of user data. Dismissing the notification will disable the pop-up for a few weeks, but it may reappear if certain settings are disabled. Microsoft has been criticized for aggressive advertising in Windows 11, with suggestions to create a Promo Center instead. Users can use free apps like Veeam Agent, Rescuezilla, or Macrium Reflect Free to back up their PC to an external hard drive.

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July 19, 2024

Windows 11 gets pushy with another pop-up – this time for Microsoft’s backup app – and all this is getting tiresome, frankly

- Microsoft has introduced a pop-up notification in Windows 11 to promote the Windows Backup app. - The notification urges users to back up their PC using the integrated Windows Backup app. - Some users have expressed concerns over the constant nagging notifications from Microsoft. - OneDrive is used for syncing files with the Windows Backup app, but users with the basic free 5GB storage may find it insufficient. - Users have expressed frustration over the lack of control in removing the Windows Backup app from their systems. - The approach taken by Microsoft has sparked a debate on the effectiveness of such promotional strategies.

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July 18, 2024

Windows 11 is nagging users to try OneDrive to “fully backup” your PC

Windows Backup has become a system app on Windows 11 and utilizes OneDrive for backups. It does not support offline backups and requires a OneDrive plan, with a default 5GB of free storage. Microsoft is encouraging users to use the Backup tool through notifications on Windows 11.

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July 1, 2024

Microsoft puts final touches on its new ad within Windows 11, rolls it out to Canary Channel Insiders

Microsoft released two new Windows 11 Insider builds for users in the Canary and Beta Channels. The Canary Channel build includes a controversial advertisement in the Settings app and a prompt to add a recovery email for your Microsoft account.

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June 28, 2024

Try These New Windows 11 Features in Insider Build 26244

- Windows Backup now includes sound settings, including the sound scheme. - Settings app has a new banner for adding a recovery email address. - Game Pass recommendations card added to Settings homepage. - Links for Fonts Control Panel page will be redirected. - Fixed issue causing Pcasvc.dll error message. - Known issues include Windows Update page not displaying correctly in certain languages, Task Manager colors not working in dark mode, and errors with voice typing for certain languages.