Can i boot and install windows on my compaq presario using flash drive?

[popelyn]

I have a compaq presario x1000 that is virus infected. it loads windows very slow and the dvd cum cd rom does not work. how can i reformat my laptop? is it possible to boot it using a usb pen drive since my dvd cum cd rom does not work?

 

[KingArcher]

Yes its possible check out this link
http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/forum/252019-35-bootable

 

[popelyn]

I'll give it a try sir, thank you very much.