System restore is a remedy device for solving XP problems. Sometimes the computer will only add restore points once every couple of days. It is a good idea to set restore points before changing any settings, or downloading and adding new programs. However, I also try to remember to add my own restore points once or twice a day when my computer is running smoothly. It has come in quite handy more than once. It only takes about 30 seconds. I label the restore points "OK." This way, should any problem arise, you will have a very recent restore point of when the computer was running well, and not worry about losing your settings.
-Marc- Peoria, Az. :yippee:

System Restore has been proven to be unpredictable and unreliable. The following is a far more reliable alternative, IMO: -

http://www.larshederer.homepage.t-online.de/erunt/

However, each to their own at the end of the day.