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Originally Posted by danwdoo
The clean reinstall can also be done by doing a reset set to not keep anything. It should be a quick process. These extra steps may not be necessary, but Microsoft has not specifically stated you can do a clean install as an upgrade so doing the upgrade first is just to be safe. Hopefully they will address this question soon.
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I received an email from Microsoft this morning with links to a
Windows 10 FAQ page and it addresses this issue:
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Can I reinstall Windows 10 on my computer after upgrading?
Yes. Once you’ve upgraded to Windows 10 using the free upgrade offer, you will be able to reinstall, including a clean install, on the same device. You won’t need a product key for re-activations on the same hardware. If you make a meaningful change to your hardware, you may need to contact customer support to help with activation. You’ll also be able to create your own installation media like a USB drive or DVD, and use that to upgrade your device or reinstall after you’ve upgraded.
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So the process is upgrade first and then do a clean install if you want one.