How Do I Reinstall Ubuntu and Keep My Data and Settings?
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Select “Reinstall Ubuntu 17.10”. This option will keep your documents, music and other personal files intact. The installer will try to keep your installed software too where possible. However, any personalized system settings like auto-startup applications, keyboard shortcuts, etc. will be deleted.

How do I reinstall Ubuntu without losing data?

Now for reinstalling:

  1. Download the Ubuntu 16.04 ISO.
  2. Burn the ISO to a DVD, or use the included Startup Disk Creator program to make a live USB drive.
  3. Boot the install media you created in step #2.
  4. Choose to install Ubuntu.
  5. On the “installation type” screen, choose Something Else.

24 окт. 2016 г.

How do I wipe and reinstall Ubuntu?

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  1. Use Ubuntu live disk to boot up.
  2. Select Install Ubuntu on hard disk.
  3. Keep on following the wizard.
  4. Select the Erase Ubuntu and reinstall option (the third option in the image).

5 янв. 2013 г.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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