Reformat

[b1ack1otus]

Hello Everyone,

 

Sorry if this topic has been discussed before, but I am having some issues with my Windows 7 and debating whether I should reformat or not.

 

I wanted to ask the community on how often you guys reformat your computer (or ever for that matter). 

 

One reason I'm holding back is because I do have quite a bit of program installed. However, main OS is on the SSD.

Some of you may say, "use ninite.com" like Linus have suggested before, but yes I am aware of that website.

 

 

Also, if Linus ever sees this, if he would give his input on this.

[Ryan Leech]

I reinstall windows every six months

[ERSCreeper]

Around every 3-6 Months.

[juretrn]

I only do it when I have to.

[Onidi]

well my PC is on a Great condition right now but I actually reformat it when I notice it needs one

[Bonsai99]

Every 8-16 months for me usually.

[b1ack1otus]

I only do it when I have to.

 

When you say this, are you referring "when I have to" if programs and windows start giving problems and crashing?

[Bluejay0]

^{Format? What is this format you speak of?}

[juretrn]

New version of Windows or a disk gone bad. I get rid of buggy programs

[Guest]

i would only reformat if i got an ssd because id set is as a boot drive

[lutzee]

As a linux user, specifically arch, I feel just managing my system myself, knowing what is installed, what is currently being used, how often, what isn't needed means that I can manage everything (even the kernel, which arch nicely updates without issues) means I technically 'reformat' about every week.. but not actually reformatting just replacing and updating as seen fit. Being able to do mass uninstalls of programs is very nice compared to windows.

[b1ack1otus]

As a linux user, specifically arch, I feel just managing my system myself, knowing what is installed, what is currently being used, how often, what isn't needed means that I can manage everything (even the kernel, which arch nicely updates without issues) means I technically 'reformat' about every week.. but not actually reformatting just replacing and updating as seen fit. Being able to do mass uninstalls of programs is very nice compared to windows.

I've been thinking of switching to linux mint, but when I tried it on VM, it doesn't support the 1440p resolution. 

You need to edit some files by yourself to make it work. 

 

With that in mind, I would like to use linux, but I think it'll take a while. Also, I would have to dual boot for games.

[CwGoh]

I reformat annually, unless it gets corrupted or what not. It really refreshes your PC.

[b1ack1otus]

I reformat annually, unless it gets corrupted or what not. It really refreshes your PC.

Do you not get tired of reinstalling all the software again?? especially if you made some changes to it ... like the settings and stuff

 

I know I do.

[b1ack1otus]

I just read that reinstalling windows might be another options without reformatting ... but some programs may not work.

Only difference is that, your files doesn't get deleted and it is put under the windows.old folder

[Matsy]

Twice a year, back-up important information and full format.

[lutzee]

I've been thinking of switching to linux mint, but when I tried it on VM, it doesn't support the 1440p resolution. 

You need to edit some files by yourself to make it work. 

 

With that in mind, I would like to use linux, but I think it'll take a while. Also, I would have to dual boot for games.

Thats probably because the VM stuff wasn't letting it, pretty sure that normally it should ask the monitor what its native resolution is, but inside a VM the VM responds not your monitor.

 

Try loading a live CD instead and see if it gets it right there.

[CwGoh]

Do you not get tired of reinstalling all the software again?? especially if you made some changes to it ... like the settings and stuff

 

I know I do.

 

I just grit my teeth and do it. I do mind, but I think the pros outweigh the cons.

[flibberdipper]

I had Vista Ultimate and then I got 7 Professional. Other than that, nope.

[Deus Ragno]

About once a year. Maybe twice.

[ultimatemythbuster]

I only reinstall when it's necessary.

[IdeaStormer]

Wow, my old rig built in 2004 still has its original Win XP install rocking and rolling, slow but still rocking and rolling. My new system (2012) is still on its original Win7 SP1 install and better stay on it unless I upgrade to Win8.1 or what ever in the future but a re-install of the same OS sounds like an epic fail, to me.  :unsure:

[b1ack1otus]

I just grit my teeth and do it. I do mind, but I think the pros outweigh the cons.

 

Haha, fair enough.

 

Thats probably because the VM stuff wasn't letting it, pretty sure that normally it should ask the monitor what its native resolution is, but inside a VM the VM responds not your monitor.

 

Try loading a live CD instead and see if it gets it right there.

 

I tried booting it from the CD, same result ... the closest resolution would be 2560x1600

 

Wow, my old rig built in 2004 still has its original Win XP install rocking and rolling, slow but still rocking and rolling. My new system (2012) is still on its original Win7 SP1 install and better stay on it unless I upgrade to Win8.1 or what ever in the future but a re-install of the same OS sounds like an epic fail, to me.  :unsure:

 

Haha, well I tried upgrading to windows 8.1, but it's not going too well. There's all sort of issues that it's giving me right now as I'm trying to explore all methods without having to reinstall everything.

[lutzee]

I tried booting it from the CD, same result ... the closest resolution would be 2560x1600

Interesting, it thinks your screen is 16:10 not 16:9 which is odd, but as you can see it does easily support the resolution, just need to fiddle a little with drivers after installation to get it correct.

[b1ack1otus]

Interesting, it thinks your screen is 16:10 not 16:9 which is odd, but as you can see it does easily support the resolution, just need to fiddle a little with drivers after installation to get it correct.

yeah, I found an edit online that will "force" the resolution to 1440, instead of 1600.