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The Basics Of Computer File Recovery

By Trevor Johnson

At one time or another we all delete files that we wish we could get back. Computer file recovery is a process which can be made easier if you understand what actually happens when you delete a file. A deleted file does not disappear into cyberspace. It simply has a special character added to its name so that the computer knows it may write over this file if it needs the space

Most people are unaware that nearly every action you make on a computer will write information to the hard drive. Every time you go to a new website, the computer will cache the website onto your hard drive. That is why you have a Temporary Internet Files folder on your computer.

Just because there is a special folder for a specific action, it does not mean that your file will not be written over. Your computer will use any space it finds to write data, including your deleted file. So as soon as you discover you have accidentally deleted a file you really need, stop using the computer. If your deleted file gets written over, it will make it very difficult for you to recover it.

It is vital that you immediately cease using your computer once you decide you would like to get the deleted file back. Leave the computer on, because you do not want to accidentally overwrite the file when Windows shuts down. If you do not have another computer in your home to use, use one at your local library or at a friend's house. Take a flash drive with you so that you may get a recovery tool with which you can retrieve the file.

If you do a simple search online on another computer you will be able to browse through a huge selection of deleted file recovery tools. Some will be shareware which will allow you to use them free for a limited amount of time, while others will be free to use for ever. You'll also find some which are for purchase only. Choose one and load it to your flash drive so you can retrieve your file.

One of the best things you can do to make sure this never happens to you again is to take the time to partition your hard drive. This will separate your data from your program files. You can find partitioning software online which will make this very easy. Once you have this completed, you'll never have problems with computer file recovery again.

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