Resetting computer to earlier time (i.e., PC's version of "Go Back")

I downloaded a software update from Roxio. Stupid me! Unfortunately, I don't have my key codes, and Roxio knows me by another email. I'm jammed at the the moment and need to "go back" in time with my computer -- like a few hours. Since I am new to MAC (a previous PC user) is there a way to reset the computer to an earlier time (i.e., prior to the download). Help!
Thanks.
Addison

With all due respect, PC had (and still has) a great "Go Back" or a "Restore System to a Previous Date" function (i.e., return the hard drive and operating system to an earlier date). This was to help the user in such an event as I described, or if some other malady affected the computer (i.e., operator error). It's a software-based program and does not require a constant backup of the system or individual files as your answer suggests. For example, I could reset my system to this morning, and voila, no mess because of an unintentional install of an update. Unfortunately, it appears MAC needs to catch up and help us now-former PC users. We are constantly making mistakes.
Thanks for your time and effort.
Addison

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CharlieJ wrote:
The problem is this: When any one of the computers is connected to the internet through the DSL none of the others computers is able to connect – I see the message “Connecting through WAN miniport (PPOE)…”, i.e. I am only able to connect to the internet 1 computer at a time.
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