WINDOWS 8: HOW TO CLEAN IT UP YOURSELF
WINDOWS 8: HOW TO CLEAN IT UP YOURSELF
Many times it is worth repairing an issue, so that all your settings remain the same. However, there are times where wiping the computer clean is the recommended answer.
► How to clean the computer yourself
► When is it recommended?
► What are the different ways to clean your Windows 8 computer?
Continue reading below to learn some tricks of the trade!
*Windows 8.1 photo courtesy of Microsoft Store
HOW TO CLEAN THE COMPUTER
REFRESH
What does refreshing a Windows 8 machine mean and do?
This option is used when someone wants to clean up their computer.
Refreshing your computer will reinstall Windows.
You will not lose your data. You will lose any installed programs.
(If you upgraded from 8 to 8.1, you may need to reinstall the 8.1 upgrade)
How to refresh your PC?
– Settings
– Change PC settings
– Update and recovery, select Recovery
– Refresh your PC without affecting your files, select Get started
– Follow prompts
RESET
What does resetting a Windows 8 machine mean and do?
This option is used when you want give the computer to someone else, and want to remove all your personal stuff.
Resetting your computer will reinstall Windows.
This option deletes all your files, settings and programs/apps.
However, it will keep the pre-installed Windows Apps.
(If you upgraded from 8 to 8.1, you may need to reinstall the 8.1 upgrade)
How to reset your PC?
– Settings
– Change PC settings
– Update and recovery, select Recovery
– Remove everything and reinstall Windows, select Get started
– Follow prompts
RESTORE
What does restoring a Windows 8 machine mean and do?
This option is when a recently installed program or driver is “acting up.” Restoring your computer will undo the recent system changes This option may delete some recently installed programs and drivers.
However, it will keep your data and settings for most programs.
How to restore your PC?
– Control Panel
– Type “recovery” in search box
– Select “Open System Restore”
– Follow prompts
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