Resolving an operating system corruption issue can be difficult. It is recommended to take the following steps in order:
- Backup important data. This is to ensure important information is not lost in the event of repairs or replacement of the OS.
- Diagnose the cause. This can be done through troubleshooting and software & hardware diagnostics.
- Identify solutions. Solutions can range from repairing the operating system, reformatting the disk, and/or reinstalling the operating system.
- Implement solution. Choose the optimal solution and go through with the repair or reinstallation.
- Verify the results. Check to make sure that the issue has been resolved to make certain the repairs went through correctly.