How do you delete all files except the operating system?

Answer 1

To delete all files except the operating system, you can typically boot your computer in safe mode or use recovery tools. In Windows, you can use the Command Prompt with commands like del for specific directories, but be cautious not to delete system files. For Linux, commands like rm -rf /* can be used, but you should exclude system directories like /bin, /etc, and /usr. Always ensure you have backups before performing such actions, as they can lead to data loss.