Let us start with probably the simplest method of them all, we are going to factory reset your Dell laptop from Windows Settings. So, to do the same, follow the steps mentioned below. If you forgot ...

It's never easy dealing with a computer crash: files can get lost and you can lose valuable time trying to get your computer working again. Dell PCs have a built-in factory restore program that will ...

If you have accidentally turned off your Windows computer during the factory reset and now you cannot use your system, use the following fixes: Disconnect all the peripherals and the power cord.

An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Everyone's heard the old troubleshooting tip, "Just turn it off and back on again." It's a tip that works surprisingly often — but if you're stuck ...

For most people, the whole idea behind a factory rest is to get a computer that works like it did when new. As far as software is concerned, the computer is exactly the way it was on the day it was ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Davey Winder is a veteran cybersecurity writer, hacker and analyst. This article is more than 3 years old. A full factory reset is ...