There are many ways to reset a computer and the effectiveness will be quite similar to each other. However, before starting to reset the computer, you need to follow the following steps to limit loss after resetting.
In this article, I will also guide you on additional ways to reset your computer with related features, such as deleting all settings but still keeping the documents inside the computer. Without waiting any longer, let’s get started!
What to do before starting to reset the computer?
Resetting the computer is the process of restarting the system to clear the temporary memory and resolve software-related issues. Resetting the computer can help it run faster, experience fewer freezes or crashes. Resetting the computer can also help update the latest versions of the operating system and applications, secure the computer from threats from viruses or malware. Resetting the computer can also free up hard drive space, improve work performance, and reduce power consumption.
There are many different ways to reset the computer and you can choose the most convenient way to reset the computer. However, before resetting the computer, you should do the following:
- Save important documents, pictures, videos, or other important data that you are working on or want to keep. You can save them to your hard drive, USB, CD/DVD or cloud storage service.
- Close all programs, applications, or websites running on the computer. This will help to avoid data loss due to not saving or causing conflicts when resetting the computer.
- Check for any updates for the operating system or other software. If any, you should install them before resetting the computer to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Some ways to reset the computer that you should know about
Resetting the computer is a way to restore the computer to its original state, helping to effectively solve issues such as computer freezes, slow speeds, lags,… However, if you do not do it correctly, your computer may lose data. Below, I will guide you on how to reset a Windows computer safely and effectively.
How to reset a computer using the Recovery feature in BIOS
Many computer manufacturers have integrated the Recovery mode to easily reset the computer to its original state. The Recovery mode uses the hidden partition on the hard drive to restore the operating system and default applications. To reset the computer using the Recovery mode from the manufacturer, you can follow these steps:
Step 1: Restart the computer by selecting “restart”.
Step 2: Press the shortcut key to enter BIOS and turn on the D2D Recovery feature and start using it.
Save by pressing F10 before closing BIOS please.