How To: Set Up A New System From Scratch

The question frequently comes up about how to format and install XP from scratch. Following are the steps I take when I get a new system. I mention the “brand names” of software I use not as an endorsement or recommendation, but just for the sake of example. After unpacking and connecting all hardware, here’s what I do: 1. Partition the HD according to my preference, thus deleting everything on the drive (the number and size of partitions is entirely up to the individual user – I prefer several, keeping the OS on c: and various programs, cache folders, swap…


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