If you are careful, you won't lose any of your data files, but I suggest you
take a look at Noel's site and read the following article:-
Re-installing ME
http://www.btinternet.com/~winnoel/reinME.htm

Mart


"Greg" wrote in message
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Can anyone of u guys tell me if i will lose all my files
& data if i reinstall windows me on my lap top - have had
a viris and need to reinstall . carnt access normal start
up backup - and not sure how to back up through dos -
Help will be greatly appreciated
regards greg