How to Turn On File History in Windows 11 Using Control Panel, PowerShell, or Group Policy
Published: January 19, 2026
Duration: 7:22
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Learn how to enable File History on Windows 11 to back up files locally using Control Panel, PowerShell, or Group Policy—no cloud required.
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