"There are a couple of conditions to keep in mind. Using Recovery Drive resets Windows back to its initial factory state. Specifically, the recovery stores all built-in Windows files, any updates installed when you set up the drive, and any customizations from the PC maker. Your customizations, personal files, and any apps you've installed are not included, so you'll want to make sure you have separate backups of those items."
"The Recovery Drive is similar to the Reset option in Windows. The difference here is that Reset can retain your personal files. However, you have to run Reset from within Windows, whereas the Recovery Drive can ride to the rescue if Windows isn't accessible. However, since the Recovery Drive removes your personal files and apps, you'll want to use it as a last-ditch effort if you can't access Windows through any other means. Here's how it works."
Recovery Drive creates a bootable recovery environment on an external USB drive that can start a PC when Windows fails to launch. The tool works in Windows 10 and 11 and stores built-in Windows files, updates present when the drive is created, and manufacturer customizations. Recovery Drive resets Windows to its initial factory state and does not include personal files or installed apps, so separate backups of user data and applications are necessary. Reset can preserve personal files but must be run from within Windows. Use Recovery Drive only as a last resort when Windows is inaccessible.
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