Does anyone know if there is a "correct way" to reload software after a reformat. I've been through the procedure a number of times and each time (call me picky but) my PC's performance is not always the same. Is there a particular order to reload the various software that affects performance, ie: OS -> 3rd party drivers -> SP2 -> MS Office -> Updates -> Antivirus etc. or OS -> SP2 -> Updates -> Antivirus -> 3rd Party Drivers - MS Office etc...

Some expert knowledge would be greatly appriciated.

Wlcome to DAL;
There shouldn't be any particular order to install the software, but drivers always come first in my opinion. Best to have a properly working pc to put stuff onto