It’s time to get on board with Windows 11. Four years after launching its current operating system, Microsoft will cease ...

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Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Got an old laptop laying around? By selling it or donating it to someone, you can clear up space in your home, maybe earn ...

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Guide on backing up data and wiping a Windows computer clean. Methods include OneDrive, Google Drive, File History, and External Drive Software. Reset options: 'Keep my files' for troubleshooting or ...

Among Windows experts, a clean install is a time-honored ritual, a way to wipe out accumulated cruft and restore an old PC to new life. You can find plenty of ...

Wiping your hard drive prior to reinstalling Windows 7 is the preferred installation method, and ensures optimal performance. You may perform a clean installation ...