What is the best way to delete personal data so that I can sell a laptop?

I have a laptop of 2 year, that would be perfect for daily use.  I want to delete my personal data and sell it.  I know there are tools that formateront the whole disc.  However, I have to reinstall the OS and I'm not sure of the easiest way to do it.  The laptop is pre-configured with Windows and I have no disks in the system.  Is there something that will remove my personal data safely and leave intact BONES?

Hello

I would ask you to check out the link and follow the suggestions in the article:

Protect and serve your personal files

http://www.Microsoft.com/athome/organization/personalfiles.aspx#fBid=WzoMtBLtPbX

WARNING: Using third-party software, including hardware drivers can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from starting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that problems resulting from the use of third-party software can be solved. Software using third party is at your own risk.

Thank you.

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