If you're ready to replace your old PC and hand it down to a friend or family member, you'll need to wipe your data and reset it. Follow these instructions to make sure you do it the right way.

Right click the Windows icon and select Settings. Click System, then scroll down and select Recovery. In Advanced startup hit Restart now. Then click troubleshoot > Advanced options > System restor e.

Many users have reported that whenever they perform a system restore, the PC is forever stuck at the System Restore is restoring the registry screen. If you are facing the same issue, try shutting ...