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    back up software

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by xlawx, Oct 22, 2010.

  1. xlawx

    xlawx Notebook Evangelist

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    hey guys i recently done a clean format of my laptop, i install all the basic software and drivers that i need, now if i want to back that up on to a disc so i dont have how go through the process of finding drivers and downloading certain software again how do i go by doing that?

    sorry if this has been ask.
     
    xlawx, Oct 22, 2010
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  3. xlawx

    xlawx Notebook Evangelist

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    hey thanks for the reply. what happen if i need to format the computer again? the thing is i want to format it and when it install the OS i want it to also install the software and driver that i want.


    bassicly creating my own OS
     
    xlawx, Oct 22, 2010
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    After performing a clean install of the OS, drivers, and your main programs why not just create a disk image onto an external storage device (HD).

    If at any time you have a need to reformat your HD you can just reinstall the disk image and you are good to go. Windows 7 has all the backup software included with the OS to create the backup image and the method to restore.
     
    deeastman, Oct 22, 2010
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    Since drivers are often updated by the hardware manufacturers, I prefer to download them whenever I need to install them. I agree it can be kind of a pain though... but Windows Update can fetch the majority of them for you automatically.
     
    swarmer, Oct 22, 2010
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  7. 1ceBlu3

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    i agree..thats also a really good idea :)
     
    1ceBlu3, Oct 22, 2010
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