Factory reset features

Discussion in 'Windows 8' started by jupier2k, Oct 6, 2013.

  1. jupier2k

    jupier2k MDL Member

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    #1 jupier2k, Oct 6, 2013
    Win8 have this feature factory reset right?
    why users still format and fresh install ?

    Anyone has attempt this; how much difference in comparison .
     
  2. alexxf

    alexxf MDL Addicted

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    #2 alexxf, Oct 6, 2013
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    I tried Windows 8.1 activated by phone on a VM. Is like a fresh installation, however
    the activation remains.
     
  3. hbhb

    hbhb MDL Expert

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    #3 hbhb, Oct 6, 2013
    confirmed on actual pc install:bye1:

     
  4. PaulDesmond

    PaulDesmond MDL Magnet

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    #4 PaulDesmond, Oct 6, 2013
    as long as the key is not on a very dark colored list, the activation remains by design