How Do You Format A XP Computer?
When you format a computer you are starting over with a clean slate by erasing all data stored on the hard disk. You may want to format a PC to wipe all your personal data from the hard disk if you plan to donate or give the PC away. You may also need to format the PC due to a virus or system error to return the PC to its original state. Make your back up. Copy things like My Documents, Desktop and Favorites folder. Check for other folders on your hard drive for other files you wish to preserve. This step is only necessary if you need to restore the data to the newly formatted PC. Be sure to copy any needed data to an external storage device or CDs. Thumb drives and external USB or fire-wire hard disks are best as they usually will be large enough to handle all of your data, making back ups faster and easier. Be sure to check your back up media, to insure your data is preserved before going to the next step. Insert the Windows XP installation disk and reboot the PC with the disk in the
