If you're ready to replace your old PC and hand it down to a friend or family member, you'll need to wipe your data and reset it. Follow these instructions to make sure you do it the right way.

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If you're buying a used laptop or getting rid of your old one, you'll want to know how to factory reset it to erase all previous information and make it start like new again. Managing Editor Josh ...

If your computer or smartphone feels sluggish, behaves oddly or seems past its prime, you might wonder whether a full reset is the answer. The truth is, there's no fixed schedule for wiping your ...