Difference between revisions of "Clear All Files from a Computer Running Windows XP"
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Wiping all files from a computer's disk would effectively render it useless, but it is possible to delete most or all nonessential files. | Wiping all files from a computer's disk would effectively render it useless, but it is possible to delete most or all nonessential files. | ||
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#Back up all of the files that you need, probably onto CDs or an external hard drive'''.''' | #Back up all of the files that you need, probably onto CDs or an external hard drive'''.''' | ||
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#Wait for a while, depending on the size of the drive. When it is done, the hard drive/partition will be devoid of files. | #Wait for a while, depending on the size of the drive. When it is done, the hard drive/partition will be devoid of files. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
