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The forum thread discusses the implications of performing a clean install of Windows 7, with the original poster seeking clarification on whether it fixes issues like audio problems and DNS connectivity, deletes user data, and removes viruses. Respondents confirm that a clean install essentially resets the system to its original state, deleting all data and potentially resolving problems, including viruses. The overall tone is helpful and encouraging, with links provided for further guidance on the reinstallation process.
The forum thread discusses the implications of performing a clean install of Windows 7, with the original poster seeking clarification on whether it fixes issues like audio problems and DNS connectivity, deletes user data, and removes viruses. Respondents confirm that a clean install essentially resets the system to its original state, deleting all data and potentially resolving problems, including viruses. The overall tone is helpful and encouraging, with links provided for further guidance on the reinstallation process.
holdum333
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Hi @SansCowz A clean install will take you back to to the day you took it out of the box. That's a pretty drastic procedure.
Here's a link that might help! Other members may reply latter.
It will fix a lot of problems, but you will be starting all over!
Installing and reinstalling Windows - Windows Help
PS Welcome to the forum!
Here's a link that might help! Other members may reply latter.
It will fix a lot of problems, but you will be starting all over!Installing and reinstalling Windows - Windows Help
PS Welcome to the forum!
Hi @holdum333Hi @SansCowz A clean install will take you back to to the day you took it out of the box. That's a pretty drastic procedure.
Here's a link that might help! Other members may reply latter.
Installing and reinstalling Windows - Windows Help
PS Welcome to the forum!
Installing and reinstalling Windows - Windows Help
If it's a Reformat or a Clean install I would Really appreciate it!! I'll really like my windows do a clean install!!.
kemical
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This step by step guide may help?
How to Reinstall Windows 7 From Scratch
How to Reinstall Windows 7 From Scratch
