Correct.
Prepare for a clean install of the OS and everything else.
Save whatever personal files you want.
Document all your passwords and usernames.
Create a Win 10 USB to boot from -
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10
Power off
Disconnect ALL drives except for the one you want the OS on.
Power up and boot from the USB you created.
If you are looking for the Windows 11 Clean install tutorial, you can find that here: Windows 11 Clean install tutorial (Click here) Otherwise, welcome to the Windows 10 Clean install tutorial This tutorial is intended to help you, step by step, to perform a clean install of Windows...
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