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Eliaspefo
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Dec 24, 2025

Bootable Flash Drives Issue on Windows 11

In the fall of 2024, I had a Windows meltdown, and had to reinstall. For reasons I can't explain, I had to reinstall 5 or 6 times before I managed to get a stable installation. I was aware of a few data issues which would need to be addressed at some point, but the need was not urgent, and I was tired of grappling with computing devices.

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    Kamrynim
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    Before making any major change, ensure your data is backed up properly—use external drives or cloud storage. Once on a new OS, you can set up regular backups to prevent data loss.

  • Vamsker's avatar
    Vamsker
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    Ensure all your important data is backed up regularly, ideally to multiple locations (external drives, cloud storage). This can help prevent data loss during future issues.

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