[Lex Computer & Tech Group/LCTG] Time to create or re-create your Windows Recovery Drive

[Drew King]

Yup,

And I have big, dark bags under my eyes to prove it.


Drew.

On 3/2/2023 4:24 AM, Robert Primak wrote:
> Thanks, Drew. I didn't know anyuone other than me was ever up at 4 AM 
> on a weekday.
>
> -- Bob Primak
>
>
> On Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 04:20:25 AM EST, Drew King 
> <dking65 at kingconsulting.us> wrote:
>
>
> Sorry Bob,
>
> Once per year is probably fine.
>
> Here is a PDF, attached.
>
> I'll blame ChatGPT then.
>
> AI wrote the instructions, created the tables, and the formatting.
>
>
> Drew.
>
> On 3/2/2023 4:04 AM, Robert Primak wrote:
> Both of the instruction images (or whatever they were supposed to be) 
> came through garbled in Yahoo Web Mail. Unreadable instructions and 
> reasons to create the drive.
>
> Formatted text and tables do not travel well through email.
>
> -- Bob Primak
>
>
> On Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 07:09:46 PM EST, Drew King 
> <dking65 at kingconsulting.us> <mailto:dking65 at kingconsulting.us> wrote:
>
>
> All,
>
> If you don't have a Windows recovery USB flash drive, you should 
> consider making one. You'll need at least a 16 GB drive to hold the 
> system files.
>
> If you have one, and it's OLD, you NEED TO REDO IT!
>
> *To create a Windows recovery drive, follow these steps:*
>
> 1.
>
>     Connect a USB drive or external hard drive with at least 16 GB of
>     free space to your computer.
>
> 2.
>
>     Type "Create a recovery drive" in the Windows search bar and
>     select the "Create a recovery drive" option that appears in the
>     search results.
>
> 3.
>
>     *When the Recovery Drive wizard opens, make sure that the "Back up
>     system files to the recovery drive" option is checked* and click
>     "Next".
>
> 4.
>
>     Select the USB drive or external hard drive that you want to use
>     as the recovery drive and click "Next".
>
> 5.
>
>     Click "Create" to start creating the recovery drive. This may take
>     some time, depending on the size of the Windows system files that
>     need to be copied.
>
> 6.
>
>     Once the recovery drive has been created, click "Finish" to
>     complete the process.
>
> Your Windows recovery drive is now ready to use. Be sure to keep it in 
> a safe place in case you need it in the future. To use the recovery 
> drive, simply connect it to the computer you want to repair or 
> troubleshoot, boot from the recovery drive, and follow the on-screen 
> instructions.
>
> The recovery drive contains specific drivers or software that are 
> unique to the computer it was created on. This means that while the 
> recovery drive can be used on other computers with the same version of 
> Windows, it may not include all of the necessary drivers or software 
> for those computers.
>
>
> There are several reasons why you might want to create a Windows 
> recovery drive, including:
>
> 1.
>
>     System Failure: In the event of a system failure or a corrupted
>     operating system, a Windows recovery drive can help you restore
>     your computer to its previous state.
>
> 2.
>
>     Virus or Malware Infections: A recovery drive can be useful in
>     case of a virus or malware infection that cannot be removed by
>     regular antivirus software.
>
> 3.
>
>     Hardware Issues: If you experience hardware problems, such as a
>     failing hard drive or memory issues, a recovery drive can help you
>     troubleshoot the problem and repair your system.
>
> 4.
>
>     Reinstallation of Windows: If you need to reinstall Windows, a
>     recovery drive can help you do so quickly and easily without
>     having to go through the entire installation process.
>
> 5.
>
>     Upgrading to a New Operating System: If you are upgrading to a new
>     version of Windows, a recovery drive can be a useful backup in
>     case something goes wrong during the upgrade process.
>
> 6.
>
>     Resetting Your Computer: If you want to reset your computer to its
>     factory settings, a recovery drive can help you do so easily.
>
> Overall, a Windows recovery drive is an essential tool to have in case 
> of any unforeseen problems with your computer's operating system or 
> hardware.
>
>
> -- 
> Drew King
>
>
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