What happens if i format my pc's data?

Lansor

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i want to sell my desktop but i don't want to sell it with my files (yes i can delete it if formatting doesn't help) or webpage password saves. so i was wondering if formatting a desktop works like formatting a phone. will it delete everything but essentials such as windows and other essential programs. if that's the case what happens with Microsoft office (word, excel, etc) will i lose it?

if you know a better way where i don't lose windows( if it erases with formatting) or Microsoft office please tell me

 
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Formatting will wipe the hard drive clean. Everything will be gone. Windows, all programs, drivers, data (music, pics. docs. and such). To use the system again will require a complete re-install of windows and anything else the user wants.

Dogsnake

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Formatting will wipe the hard drive clean. Everything will be gone. Windows, all programs, drivers, data (music, pics. docs. and such). To use the system again will require a complete re-install of windows and anything else the user wants.
 
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Lansor

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i see thanks