How to Reset a Windows Computer

How to Reset a Windows Computer

How to Reset a Windows Computer

If a computer is severely infected with malware or has become too slow to use, a factory reset is the "nuclear option" to give the PC a fresh start.

Option A: Keeping Your Files

  1. Go to Settings > System > Recovery.

  2. Click Reset PC.

  3. Choose Keep my files. This removes apps and settings but saves your documents and photos.

Option B: Removing Everything (Fresh Install)

  1. Go to Settings > System > Recovery.

  2. Click Reset PC.

  3. Choose Remove everything. This wipes the entire drive. Ensure you have a backup of your data before choosing this.

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