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01-27-2018 04:28 PM
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01-27-2018 07:18 PM
From what I've read on this, this is much the same as a Windows Refresh -- in that it reinstalls Windows system files (just like a Repair-Install), but it ONLY retains stuff that comes preinstalled with Windows and Store apps. Any apps that you installed will be removed.
New Name, same old Refresh.
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01-27-2018 07:18 PM
From what I've read on this, this is much the same as a Windows Refresh -- in that it reinstalls Windows system files (just like a Repair-Install), but it ONLY retains stuff that comes preinstalled with Windows and Store apps. Any apps that you installed will be removed.
New Name, same old Refresh.
I am a volunteer and I do not work for, nor represent, HP