How to Copy a Windows XP Partition
Creating a duplicate copy of all information on a particular partition of your Windows XP computer enables you to create backup copies of all of the folders and files. This prevents permanent damage by user mistakes such as accidental file deletions.
Other People Are Reading
Instructions
-
-
1
Right click "Start" and click "Explore".
-
2
Click on "Tools", open "Folder Options", click on the "View" tab, check the box to "Show Hidden Files", and uncheck the box to "Hide Protected Files".
-
-
3
Click the partition to be copied.
-
4
Highlight all files and folders on the partition. Press "Ctrl" and "C" at the same time.
-
5
Select the desired destination for the copied files. Press "Ctrl" and "V" to paste the copied files.
-
1
References
- Photo Credit Stress image by Yvonne Bogdanski from Fotolia.com
