Clean off my computer
 

I want to delete everything thing off my computer and start over. Can I do that by myself of should I get someone that knows what they're doing....if i can do it by myself what are the steps?

Re: Clean off my computer
 

you will need a copy of windows for a pc. you can format the hard drive (that clears it), then re-install windows. that's not fun, really, but you can do it.

Re: Clean off my computer
 

What version of windows are you running, I will give you detailed steps. Do you still have the cd's that came with your system?

Re: Clean off my computer
 

Hello,

I would back up my data, and start fresh with a format. I am also a big believer in making more than a C: on your physical hard drive. This prevents other problems, such as if you have to reformat your C: again, if your data is on D: it will be safe. That step will not protect from a physical hard drive problem however.

Enjoy.

Christian

Re: Clean off my computer
 

Detailed instructions can be provided. There are quite a few very good 'Help yourself' articles published on the Web.

But to enable the best advice/links to be given, please supply:

What is your Windows version?
Is your PC a 'Name Brand' one or a locally assembled PC?
Have you backed up your data, and do you need assistance with this?


Wiping your hard drive clean and installing Windows fresh will eliminate everything you have there. You need to be prepared before starting - afterwards is too late!

Re: Clean off my computer
 

You can open your internet opyions when you IE in the 'tools' section

Re: Clean off my computer
 

heh heh.......

I hardly see how that's going to help with wiping the hard drive clean and starting over with a fresh install of windows ;)

Re: Clean off my computer
 

...agreed:-|

Re: Clean off my computer
 

Actually that will wipe some stuff from the computer,internet releated stuff ,But it will not wipe the computer clean!

Re: Clean off my computer
 

I have Windows 98 SE...and its a DELL and nope I haven't backed up any of my data, and yeah I probably would need help with that