backup not included in windows xp

[Arun]

Backup utility by default is not installed in XP Home. You
can install it from the XP home edition CD-ROM.
>-----Original Message-----
>Hi,
>
>I purchased my computer from a mail order company, with
>windows xp home edition already loaded. There doesn't
>seem to be any backup utility included, and I can't find
>a simple way to back up my hard drive. The only discs
>they included with the computer were several recovery
>cd's. Could anyone give my any advice on how to backup my
>hard drive, or download a backup wizard or function?
>
>Thanks in advance!
>.
>