New laptop? How to wipe your old Windows PC clean before getting rid of it
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New laptop? How to wipe your old Windows PC clean before getting rid of it
"Before you do any of those things, your top three priorities should be migrating your apps and files to your new device, expunging your personal data from the old PC, and resetting the operating system on the device you plan to recycle, so the new owner can be productive right away. As with all things Windows, there are multiple ways to accomplish these goals."
"Start on the old PC by running the Windows Backup app, which is included with supported versions of Windows 11. It uses your personal Microsoft account to back up Windows settings as well as a complete list of apps you've installed from the Microsoft Store. It also gives you the option to back up your personal folders (Documents, Pictures, and Desktop) to OneDrive storage so you can transfer them from the cloud to your new PC."
Migrating apps and personal files to the new PC is the first priority. Use the Windows Backup app on the old PC to save Windows settings and a complete list of Microsoft Store apps. Back up Documents, Pictures, and Desktop folders to OneDrive so files can be restored from the cloud to the new PC. Clear personal data from the old device and perform an operating-system reset so the recipient receives a ready-to-use machine. Consider who will receive the device — family member, employee, charity, buyer, or trade-in provider — when choosing the migration and wipe method. Multiple methods exist depending on needs and Windows versions.
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