Software TroubleshootingQuestion 56 of 100
Windows fails to reach the desktop and boots into automatic repair loops. Which recovery option lets a technician restore the system to an earlier known-good configuration without deleting personal files?
a.Format the drive
b.Reinstall Windows from scratch
c.Replace the CPU
d.System Restore
Explanation
System Restore reverts system files, drivers, and registry settings to an earlier restore point while leaving personal files intact. A full reinstall or format would be more destructive and time-consuming.
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