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Which backup and restore methods include installed Programs?
I am preparing a comprehensive set of tasks which need to be performed to make and use various restore media, for myself and others using this computer.
I need info on exactly which methods include the backup and restore of programs/applications which have been downloaded from the Internet or from software makers (eg., Adobe, Macrium) and previously installed on the C drive. I have found it impossible to get clear info on this, although I have studied the Macrium Manual. To make your answer easier I have made the following table:
WBU&R = Windows Backup and Restore routine
Mcr = Macrium
MCT = Microsoft's Media Creatiion Tool
Recovery Drive (WBU&R) 1
System Image (WBU&R) 2
System Image (Mcr) 3
System Repair Disc (WBU&R) 4
A clean install of Windows (MCT) 5
Macrium Rescue Media 6
The simplest way for you to answer is like this (for example):
1,3,5 Yes
2 No
6 Don't know
Include advice on which method to use if you would like, but this post is looking for FACTS.
In principle, a System Image (for example), which is said to be a byte-by-byte faithful copy (like an office photocopier) of that part of the C: drive which does not contain personal files (Documents, Pictures etc.). But I simply cannot find anywhere an authoritative answer even to whether all System Images include programs/applications (Microsoft's help files are unclear) let alone the other restore media I list).
Please note: All my personal files (Docs, Pictures atc.are backed up separately by FreeFileSync.
Thanks for any help.