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how do I wipe my hard drive and restore my iMac to factory settings

I want to completely wipe my hard drive clean so it is like a brand new computer

Posted on Nov 25, 2023 10:15 AM

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What to do before you sell, give away, trade in, or recycle your Mac - Apple Support

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