Creating a Windows 10 bootable USB drive is something you should definitely do if you own a Windows computer. The backup media can save you time and a headache if you ever need to reinstall Windows.

Here's what you need to know about what will happen to your free version of Windows 10 if you need to reinstall or change your PC.

8. Reinstall Windows As a last resort, if you’re still experiencing the black screen, you may need to reinstall Windows.