This process is called a clean install, which is ironic as there's nothing particularly clean about it: Microsoft has enshittified Windows Setup.

Troubleshooting a problem computer requires patience, know-how, and a lot of trial and error. Booting your PC in a clean configuration can help automate the process ...

If you've had a PC for more than a few months, you might have noticed that it tends to slow down over time. This can happen because of various reasons, like accumulating files and apps, running ...