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Basically, it means to prepare the computer for use.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 9y agoReformatting is changing something from one format to another. Reformatting is used to make data more usable on a particular device.
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What is it called when you change the appearance of a document?
Reformatting
What is it called when you change the wording on a slide in PowerPoint?
Reformatting
How do you cure viruses?
We cure viruses by reformatting the computer's CPU.
IS reformatting an appropriate method of deleting files?
No. Files can be deleted accurately without reformatting. Reformatting is for completely deleting the entire drive's contents and re-establishing the file structure. This is usually used to repair a damaged file structure, or permanently erase all contents of the disk. (Although methods of undoing or recovering still exist.)
What are the advantages of reformatting?
Reformatting basically clears all the user data from the hard disk or whatever device is involved. It restores the device to its original setting and configuration when it is empty. Reformatting is useful when: -You want to empty your storage device. -Rid your storage device of all virus and random stuff. That's all I can think of now. :D
4gb flash drive only 2mb in your computer?
Try reformatting it.
Can you reinstall Windows XP without reformatting any extra partitions on that drive?
Yes.
How can I fix a messed up registry?
Reformatting is the best solution for a messed up registry.
Is it possible to 'repair' Windows Vista operating system without reformatting the hard disk?
Yes, you can
Will reformatting fix all registry errors?
Reformatting deletes everything on the PC, including the registry. So yes, it also removes all registry errors.Registry errors could of course be reintroduced during reinstallation, but in general it will be much cleaner after a delete-and-reinstall.
What do you mean by editing a document?
Editing texts-means changing the words or reformatting[making bold or itallic or indenting etc.]
How do you reformat a Mac Pro laptop With out lossing anything?
Reformatting a hard disc will wipe the contents from the hard disc. You will need to backup the contents of the hard disc onto an external disc before reformatting and then copy the contents back to return it to the newly reformatted disc.
