Re: How do I delete all files on Windows XP PC?
- From: Bruce Chambers <bchambers@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Tue, 21 Mar 2006 18:54:44 -0700
Kelly wrote:
I have a massive virus problem, and as I've dealt with this many times before with my old computer, I would like to delete all the files on my computer and start fresh, using the Reinstallation CD or whatnot. But I have Windows XP now and I can't figure out how to do this.
Formatting the hard drive to solve a virus or spyware problem is rather like using an axe to trim one's fingernails. Sure, it'll probably get the job done, but it's rather messy...., and almost always unnecessary.
However, if that's what you want to do:
Simply boot from the WinXP installation CD. You'll be offered the
opportunity to delete, create, and format partitions as part of the
installation process. (You may need to re-arrange the order of boot
devices in the PC's BIOS to boot from the CD.)
HOW TO Install Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;316941
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
http://www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/clean_install.htm
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