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Laptop Clean Install Basics
Do a clean OS install safely
This guide covers performing a clean laptop OS installation: backing up data, creating bootable media, installing the OS, loading drivers, and restoring files securely.
- clean install
- laptop
- backup
- bootable media
- drivers
Back up data
Save files to external drive or cloud; note app licenses and keys.
Create install media
Download official ISO and write to USB with a trusted tool.
Install OS and drivers
Boot from USB, install OS, then vendor drivers and updates.
Restore and harden
Restore files, reinstall apps, enable disk encryption, and set updates.