Reformatting a computer wipes the data stored on its hard drive, allowing for a clean installation of the system and programs. (In fact, you are technically reformatting the hard drive, so ...

After I did a full reformat of my Insprion 6000, I was successfully able to install Windows XP Pro SP2 and all of my drivers. However, the system is not as fast as it used to be. How can I fix this?

This guy gives me his laptop to upgrade for him. Basically, it's a piece of junk with Win95 on it, and he wants Win98. The only thing is, he needs his mail files off it. There are about 20megs worth ...