reinstalling
Putting back software
Reinstalling is installing something again, typically software that was previously removed or became corrupted.
You might reinstall an operating system to fix persistent problems, or reinstall an app that stopped working properly: I spent the afternoon reinstalling Windows.
The process usually means starting fresh, losing customizations or data unless backed up.
How something is arranged
- softwarePrograms directing computer operations
- driversVehicle operators or motivating forces
- firmwareHardware's permanent programming
- bootloaderInitial startup program
partitioning · formatting · preparation · procedure · requirements · compatibility · download · wizard
Repair or solution
- restoreReturn to earlier state
- troubleshootIdentify and fix faults
- diagnosticsMethods identifying problems
- malfunctionFailure to operate properly
corrupted · broken · faulty · defective · recovery · repair · service · replacement
Rub to clean
- initializeSet starting conditions
- formatArrangement and presentation style
- eraseRemove recorded marks
- purgeEliminate unwanted elements
Adjustable device parameters
- preferencesFavored options among alternatives
- backupStored duplicate for recovery
- customizationModification to individual preference
- optionsAvailable courses of action
parameters · initialization · setup · migration · profiles · defaults · import · export
setup
How something is arranged
- softwarePrograms directing computer operations
- driversVehicle operators or motivating forces
- firmwareHardware's permanent programming
bootloader · partitioning · formatting · preparation · procedure · requirements · compatibility · download · wizard · reboot
fix
Repair or solution
- restoreReturn to earlier state
- troubleshootIdentify and fix faults
- diagnosticsMethods identifying problems
malfunction · corrupted · broken · faulty · defective · recovery · repair · service · replacement · workaround
wipe
Rub to clean
- initializeSet starting conditions
- formatArrangement and presentation style
- eraseRemove recorded marks
settings
Adjustable device parameters
- preferencesFavored options among alternatives
- backupStored duplicate for recovery
- customizationModification to individual preference
options · parameters · initialization · setup · migration · profiles · defaults · import · export · reconfiguration
upgrade
Raise to higher standard
download · release · security · bugfixes · stability · performance · enhancements · features · refresh · deployment
reinstallingabandoning
Leaving permanently behind
uninstalling · installing · removing · clearing · eliminating
stall, install, installation, installed, installing, installs, installer, reinstall, uninstall