Windows 10 features two backup programs — File History and Windows Backup and Restore.
File History, as the name suggests, lets you restore previous versions of files. It is a handy tool for files that you change frequently, like a Word document or PPT presentation.
Once you enable File History, simply connect an external drive, and it will automatically backup the selected files. You can even set up a backup schedule of your choice — but remember, the external drive must be connected for a backup to happen.
File History can backup different versions of a file, giving you the freedom to pick and choose the version you want to restore.
In contrast, Windows Backup and Restore backs up the latest version of selected files. It can also create a system image — a snapshot of your entire system — which can save the day for you in case of a hard drive failure or some other terrible event.