Alternatives to Windows Clean Install

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Tip 1 - Alternatives to Windows Clean Install

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Maureen Ness | permalink

Operating systems can slow down or stop working altogether if they become too disorganized through extended use, or if they are infected with malicious software like a virus. If you are experiencing ...

For further reading: http://science.opposingviews.com/alternatives-windows-clean-install-11900.html ^[1]

Tip 2 - Save yourself from your OEM’s bad decisions with a clean install of Windows 8.1

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by MERRILL CARINCI | permalink

The safest way to escape from Superfish is to wipe your PC yourself. Here's how.

For further reading: http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2015/02/save-yourself-from-your-oems-bad-decisions-with-a-clean-install-of-windows-8-1/ ^[2]

Tip 3 - You Don't Need to Regularly Reinstall Windows; Here's Why

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by panro | permalink

One of the most persistent myths about Windows is that you need to reinstall the operating system regularly to keep it running at top performance. Let's take a look at the real problem and how to fix it. So what about you? Do you always take the reinstall route, or have you devised your own best maintenance practices? Share your experience in the comments.
Tags: Windows, Crapware, Installation, Feature, Top, Tweaks, Tips, Optimization, mythbusting, Gizmodo, Lifehacker

For further reading: http://lifehacker.com/5435523/you-dont-need-to-regularly-reinstall-windows-heres-why ^[3]

Tip 4 - How to Speed Up, Clean Up, and Revive Your Windows PC

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Caroline T | permalink

Flowers are blooming and birds are chirping, which means it's time to start your yearly spring cleaning extravaganza. While you're emptying your closets, decluttering, and getting rid of the bloat in your life, why not do the same for your computer? Here are some simple, easy to follow tips to give your trusted Windows PC a little spring cleaning of its own.
Tags: Maintenance, Spring Cleaning, Windows, Troubleshooting, Backups, Utilities, Downloads, Hard Drives, Cables, Cable Management, Uninstallers, Storage, optimize, Clips, Lifehacker Video, Top, Lifehacker

For further reading: http://lifehacker.com/5897138/how-to-speed-up-clean-up-and-revive-your-windows-pc ^[4]