Performing Successful Data Recovery For Computers
If you have work files, private financial information or bookkeeping
stored on your computer, this could be the most important article
that you will ever read. As with any electronic device, glitches
can occur without warning and, when it comes to computers, they
can often result in the loss of important files. But, what if there
was some way to recover the data that you thought was lost? For
many, this theory is music to your ears. The good news is, however,
that it s not a theory because your computer may have an excellent
data recovery capability that you didn t even know about.
The first and most reliable way to ensure data recovery is to make
a back-up copy of your file(s) and store them onto a CD or another
location in your computer. In some cases, you may even prefer to
store a back-up file on a different computer. This will help greatly
in the event that your original file becomes corrupted or is missing.
If you are operating your computer using Microsoft Windows XP, you
may use the System Restore feature to undo harmful changes to your
computer and restore its settings and performance. System Restore
returns your computer to an earlier time (called a restore point)
without causing you to lose recent work, such as saved documents,
e-mail or history and favorites lists. As an added benefit, any
changes that System Restore makes to your computer are completely
reversible. You may access this feature by clicking on Programs,
then Accessories and choosing the System Restore feature. This will
work as an effective data recovery method for most computer users.
If you experience problems with your startup screen, you may be
able to restart the system in Safe Mode. This will allow for you
to make some changes and access several features in an effort to
find the problem. In Safe Mode, you will only have access to basic
files and drivers, but will not be able to logon to the internet.
If you are still experiencing difficulty with data recovery, you
may find success with inserting the appropriate Restore/System CD
that came with your computer. When prompted, you can choose to repair
the system without affecting any data or software programs. To do
so, restart the computer with the CD inside and press R to start
the Recovery Console. From there, you can access the drives on your
computer and make any needed changes. This approach is effective
if the computer is experiencing a problem with startup or is not
working properly and no other remedy will work.
If you are experiencing problems that none of the aforementioned
methods will correct, your last resort may be to use the Windows
Installation CD, which will reinstall the operating system to it
s original configuration. This will erase all files, including data
files, which means the only way to have a successful data recovery
using this method is if you have saved back-up copies that you can
access via CD-Rom or another computer and transfer them onto the
reinstalled system.
In conclusion, the most successful data recovery will come from
back-up copies and/or being able to use the Repair feature without
affecting current files or programs. In some cases, the manufacturer
of the computer may be able to recommend additional steps for data
recovery, but the most common ones are outlined above.
By: Aurel Radulescu - Find more about desktop
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