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    Windows OS and Data partition Qs

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Moocowz, Jul 7, 2009.

  1. Moocowz

    Moocowz Notebook Guru

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    In the past, most PCs had one main partition and possibly a recovery partition. More often it seems new PCs are shipped with a partition for the OS and one for data. I've heard that this can protect your data, but from what exactly? If you plan on removing an OS and installing/ reinstalling an OS?

    Also, I've recently helped some friends purchase new computers which will arrive in the next week. They will also be receiving a free copy of Windows 7 when it is released. So, since they will be installing a new OS, it is advisable that they have a sizable partition for their data, to protect their data during the OS switch, correct?

    Also, what would you all suggest is the best size for an OS partition?
     
    Moocowz, Jul 7, 2009
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    qhn Notebook User

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    qhn, Jul 7, 2009
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