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    May 1, 2010, 05:18 AM
    How to backup your files if you want to reformat your PC
    How to backup your files if you want to reformat your PC
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    May 1, 2010, 05:21 AM

    Depends on what files you want to backup. Windows includes a backup utility that can backup files.

    Why do you want to reformat?
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    May 2, 2010, 07:20 PM

    If you're going to reformat your PC, I assume you mean your hard drive? In any case, you can find a backup utility under Control Panel (correct me if I'm wrong, I cba to check). If you're going to format your hard drive, you're going to need another hard drive or an external one.
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