I've tried to factory reset. I don't think it worked.
Part of the difficulty lies in that after performing a factory reset, Windows 10 will then attempt to install updates which followed the original factory provided version of Windows 10. That can be a rather tediously lengthy process if you are expecting simply a quick fix by a reset. Such subsequent updates can involved reboots and some long intervals almost as joyous as awaiting defragmentation to complete on non-SSD equipped computers. It is not unusual to think the entire process has failed when it is actually processing sight unseen in the background. This is a true test of patience. And if there is somehow damage to the backup image being drawn upon ;for the restoration, one may be tempted to drive over the computer in a vehicle. But chances are, you are simply witnessing a restoration for which you would be better off spending half a day elsewhere while it attempts to sort itself out. I wish I could give you an idea of just how long this takes but all I can offer is kiss goodbye the idea it will be measured in minutes rather than hours. A faster alternative? There are rescues via USB drives loaded with Windows 10. But if you have sufficient patience, you might be able to recover simply by using the reset. But don't sit around waiting!
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