There may come a time when you need to reset your computer to factory settings. Maybe you’re experiencing problems with your computer and a reset is the only way to fix them. Or maybe you’re selling your computer and want to erase all of your personal data before handing it over to the new owner.

Whatever the reason, resetting your computer to factory settings is a fairly simple process. In most cases, it can be done in just a few minutes. Here’s how to do it:

1. BACK UP YOUR DATA

The first thing you should do before resetting your …