A computer’s factory settings are the original, out-of-the-box settings that the computer had when it was manufactured. Restoring a computer to its factory settings can be a useful way to fix problems with the computer or to remove personal information from the computer before selling it or giving it away.

There are a few ways to restore a computer to its factory settings. One way is to use the computer’s built-in restore function. This function is usually accessible from the computer’s main menu or from the BIOS menu. Another way to restore a computer to its factory settings is to …