What Is Windows Recovery

Windows 10 Recovery: A Comprehensive Guide

What is Windows Recovery?

Windows Recovery is a set of tools and features designed to help users restore their Windows 10 operating system to a previous state, repair it if it becomes corrupted, or reinstall it completely.

Common Recovery Methods

There are several common recovery methods available in Windows 10:

• System Restore: Reverts the system to a previous point in time.
• Startup Repair: Repairs damaged system files.
• System Image Recovery: Restores the system from a previously created image.
• Reset this PC: Reinstalls Windows 10 while preserving personal files.

Creating an Installation Media

Before performing a recovery, it's recommended to create a bootable installation media. This can be done using:

1. WEB 31: Media creation tool from Microsoft
2. WEB: Download Windows 10 directly

Accessing Recovery Environment

To access the recovery environment, follow these steps:

1. WEB 3-5: Restart the device repeatedly until Windows recovery mode appears.
2. WEB: Shut down the PC and disconnect all USB devices.

Conclusion

Windows Recovery provides a range of options to resolve common system issues and restore Windows 10 to a stable state. Understanding these methods and creating an installation media can empower users to troubleshoot and recover their systems effectively.