I just got a prebuilt PC that came with Windows 11 already installed, but I'm concerned it might be infected. I'd really like to wipe everything clean and start fresh, but I don't have any installation media and can't create it from a safe computer. I haven't found any guides that address my exact situation, so I'm hoping for some advice.
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I hear you! Many folks recommend creating installation media on USB, but if you're afraid of doing that from your potentially infected machine, you might want to look into using the recovery options directly through Windows. It can help without needing extra media. Just make sure you've backed up your stuff first!
When it comes to a fresh install, it's a myth that a virus will follow you if you do it the right way. If you're worried about malware, just ensure you choose the option that completely wipes the drive during the installation. But yeah, I get why you'd want to play it safe!
It's understandable to want a fresh start if you're worried about malware. Generally, you can use the 'Reset this PC' option in Windows settings to do a clean reinstall directly from the cloud. Make sure you back up any important files first, though!
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