The updates it installs totally wreck things that require a separate connection from the internet like instant messengers. Not only that, but I can't get movie players like Veoh or DivX to function, nor can Firefox or any of my antivirus software work. - sigh - I'm fed up, yet I've only had my laptop since April.
A) Is it possible to restore my computer back to it's original format [when you first purchase it, to make it without any of MY installed programs]
B) If I spoke to a representative at Dell or Windows, what will they offer me ?
C) Are you having the same problems ?
2007-12-12 15:11:17 · 4 answers · asked by rehab, the sequel. 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
Yes you can restore your Laptop to factory defaults ... should be an option in all programs under Dell ..... Dell or Microsoft may offer to sell you Windows XP at a pricer of course but then you'd have to install it from scratch .... and yes I've had similar problems with Vista ... I've installed XP on 18 different laptops and 7 desktops for people not happy with Vista .... but I run Vista ... it's not brilliant ... but it's getting better ... you just need to know where and how to "tweak" it
2007-12-12 15:16:30 · answer #1 · answered by Jack K 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In response to you questions here is some suggestions:
A. Yes you can restore your Laptop to the original configuration when you bought it. This can be done using the backup CD that you get or created when you bought your Laptop. However, please be advised to BACK UP all your files. If you don't backup your files, all files will be lost. Vista may have the option to restore your Laptop configuration to an earlier date as well.
B. If you speak to Windows tech support, my God feeling is you get nothing from them. However, Dell's customer services can be helpful, specially if your Laptop is still under warranty.
C. I am using a XP with my computer, so no trouble so far.
Good Luck
2007-12-12 15:25:10 · answer #2 · answered by HG 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Vista is no good go back to xp and wait for several service packs to come out for vista I think one is either out or on the way.
2007-12-12 15:18:25 · answer #3 · answered by deadraindown 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
service pack is in the works.it will be out soon.thats when i'm going to vista
2007-12-12 15:19:18 · answer #4 · answered by Steve N 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋