Uninstall and Reinstall Windows Vista

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SM at Work

I purchased Windows Vista in Feb. 2007. A couple of months ago it started
doing goofy things and Best Buy suggested that I uninstall and reinstall and
then get updates. I have backed up all my files. Question 1) After
reinstalling, which updates should I install? I saw several on the download
site. 2) Will I lose my printer hookup by doing this? Thanks.
 
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Bruce Chambers

SM said:
I purchased Windows Vista in Feb. 2007. A couple of months ago it started
doing goofy things and Best Buy suggested that I uninstall and reinstall and
then get updates.


Never, ever take any sort of computer advice from Best Buy sales staff
or a member of their Geek Squad - they're all hired for their lack of
knowledge and experience. (Otherwise they'd be able to get much better
paying jobs elsewhere.) That's a sure way to ruin a computer.

It would be far, far better for you to post your specific problems in
the pertinent newsgroup, and try the solutions offered.

I have backed up all my files. Question 1) After
reinstalling, which updates should I install? I saw several on the download
site.

Simply connect to Windows Update and install all of those that are
applicable to your specific situation.


2) Will I lose my printer hookup by doing this? Thanks.


Not physically, but you'd obviously have to reinstall the print drivers
and any associated software after reinstalling the OS.


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