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Operating System disk will have a option to repair your O/S, do this to prevent data loss.

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Q: How do you use a backup disc on your computer without doing a clean install?
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If i backup the "C:\Users\User" folder and i make a clean windows install in the same version of windows, Can i replace the folder from the clean install with the backup folder?

Yes


What is the difference on a clean install and a upgrade on a computer?

clean install requires you to re-install programs


Can a free pc cleaner help my computer run faster?

www.fixbee.com/faster-computer this is a start where you can download software to help you clean files. If that doesn't work you can backup important files and do a complete re-install of your operating system.


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The best way to prevent a sewage backup is to install a backflow valve. Once that is done, make sure to clean the valve regularly or it may not function properly.


How clean an infected computer?

... You mean... HOW TO CLEAN AN INFECTED COMPUTER?- it will be much safer to put all your important files on back-up and try to reformat it, then install an anti virus for future security.


What type of installation should you perform if you want to install a 64 bit version of windows on a computer that already has a 32 bit os installed?

You should do a clean install. It is not possible to do an upgrade from a 32 to 64 bit O/S. To do this gather all of your installation files (Adobe Reader, Drivers, Programs) and put them on removable media such as a USB thumb drive or Optical Disc. Then make a complete backup of the system. Use a migration tool to move settings and personal files.


Unblock Flash on your computer personal computer?

Usually this can be fix via updating flash if not you need to do a clean install by uninstalling it then installing the latest version.


Can you switch 64 bit to 32 bit on computer?

Yes. You need to have a disc that can install the 32-bit version of you operating system and do a clean install (that is, it will delete everything on your computer and give you a fresh installation of the operating system).


When would an in-place upgrade be preferable to a clean-install?

it all depends on what you want to do. In my mind, a clean install is always best. It gives you a clean slate to start again with and a new platform for all of your programs. Statistically speaking, a computer that has recently been clean-installed runs faster than one that has been upgraded.


When would an in-place upgrade be preferable to clean install?

it all depends on what you want to do. In my mind, a clean install is always best. It gives you a clean slate to start again with and a new platform for all of your programs. Statistically speaking, a computer that has recently been clean-installed runs faster than one that has been upgraded.


When would an in-place install be preferable to a clean upgrade?

it all depends on what you want to do. In my mind, a clean install is always best. It gives you a clean slate to start again with and a new platform for all of your programs. Statistically speaking, a computer that has recently been clean-installed runs faster than one that has been upgraded.


What the reason do clean installation?

After time your Computer gets bogged down. Windows is good for that. A bad virus can kill your OS. But when doing a clean install make sure your HARD Drive is totally wiped out. Before putting a fresh install on your PC.