Windows 8 computers include a recovery partition that enables you to reset the machine to factory default settings without the need for manufacturer CDs or DVDs. This process will delete any software ...

You notice something's wrong with your PC: It's gotten sluggish or something isn't even working: We'll show you how easy it is to restore it to an earlier working condition. I've been testing PC and ...

If you're buying a used laptop or getting rid of your old one, you'll want to know how to factory reset it to erase all previous information and make it start like new again. Managing Editor Josh ...

You can factory reset an HP laptop using Windows Settings to revert the laptop to its original state. You can choose whether you want the reset to wipe out all personal files or only to reset Windows ...

Resetting your Windows PC can be a good way to clear out old junk files and help troubleshoot technical issues your computer is experiencing. In the past, you used to have to rely on physical disk ...

You can instruct Windows 8 to restore the computer to its original state from within the operating system itself; you no longer need to boot to a recovery partition ...

Windows 8 Reset and Refresh: Yes, Things Can Go Wrong You’ve got to respect Microsoft for making a big deal out of Windows 8’s reset and refresh features. Useful as they are, the main reason these ...