Re: Best way to reformat HD.

Ken gave you the info but don't forget to check the files that you are going to
backup with a good [Malware,Spyware, Anti-virus program] or you will get your enemy
back and healthy.
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"PVR" <peterv666@.adelphia.com> wrote in message
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:I need to reformat my HD. Is there a recommended "best" way to do this?
: Right now I am planning on a backup of the 'Program Files' and 'Documents
: and Settings' folders followed by a format from the Command Prompt.
:
: The reason for this is I seem to have picked up a malware which the experts
: cannot solve. I am assuming a reformat will remove whatever is causing my
: problems. Then I shall reinstall Windows XP from the distribution CD
: followed by reinstalls of software and a restore of the backups.
:
: Is this OK?
:
: Peter.
:
:


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