Windows Reset and Setup Script

This PowerShell script automates the following tasks:

• Optionally resets Windows to factory settings.
• Installs all .exe installer files found in the same folder as the script.
• Creates a new local administrator account (with optional username and password).
• Copies files from a system folder (if present) to the new user's profile folders.
• Logs all actions to a setup_log.txt file in the script's folder.

How It Works

1. Prompt for Windows Reset:
   The script asks if you want to reset the PC. If you choose "Y", it will initiate a Windows reset (removing all apps and settings). If you choose "N", it skips this step.

2. Install .exe Files:
   All .exe files in the same directory as the script are installed silently (if the installers support silent mode).

3. Create Local Admin Account:
   You are prompted for a username (default: default) and password (leave blank for no password). The script creates this user and adds it to the Administrators group.

4. Copy User Files from system Folder:
   If a folder named system exists in the script's directory, any subfolders (such as Desktop, Documents, Videos, etc.) and their contents will be copied into the corresponding folders in the new user's profile.

5. Logging:
   All actions and results are logged to setup_log.txt in the script's folder.

6. Summary:
   At the end, a summary of actions is displayed.

How To Use

1. Preparation:

   • Place the script (reset_and_setup.ps1), all desired .exe installer files, and (optionally) a system folder with user files in the same folder.
   • Open PowerShell as Administrator.

2. Execution:

   • Navigate to the script's folder in PowerShell.
   • Run the script:

     .\reset_and_setup.ps1

   • Follow the prompts to reset Windows (optional), install applications, create a local admin account, and (if present) copy user files.

Important Notes

• Run as Administrator:
  The script must be run with administrative privileges.

• Windows Reset:
  If you choose to reset, all apps and settings will be removed. Data loss may occur.

• Silent Installers:
  The script attempts to install .exe files silently. If an installer does not support silent mode, it may not install correctly.

• Copying User Files:
  If a system folder is present, its subfolders and files will be copied to the new user's profile. Existing files may be overwritten.

• Security:
  Creating an admin account with no password is insecure. Use a strong password whenever possible.

• Log File:
  Check setup_log.txt for a detailed log of all actions.

Disclaimer

Use this script at your own risk. Always back up important data before running system reset operations.