Hi all,


How do you feel when computer refuse to start, especially when it says that your operating system is infected or corrupted so it will not work until further notice.

If I am the one to answer this question, then I will say no problem at all. I am not a lair, after saying “damn this computer” for my computer more than the number of stars, I found that it is better to search for solution before shouting at stupid machines. This does not mean that I will not say “damn this computer” after fixing the problem.


It is important to mention the fact that our precious files are within the computer. To be more specific, they are on the hard disk. This makes our work easier. All what we need is to access them. But how can we access files on hard disk?


The answer of that question is not unique. There are many methods to access a hard disk. Here are some of the most known one:


Install/upgrade the operating system:


This method is time consuming one. By installing/upgrading, you have good chance to restore your computer functionalities and you will be able to access your files. Still you need to consider those facts:

  • Do not format your hard disk or you will lose everything, except if you know what you are doing.
  • In case of viruses/worms infection this method can be useless if the viruses/worms still in the hard disk.
  • If you reinstall the operating system you may not be able to access some files. This can be solved by changing the ownership of those files.

Using live-cd/live-usb operating systems:

This is what you can consider as the new generation of rescue-disks. I prefer a Linux based live-cd, this is because it can handle most known file systems such as (EX2,EX3,FAT32,NTFS,etc). After booting from the live-cd, go to the partition you want to open and copy your files to other devices such as external hard disks.

Move your hard disk to another computer:

This method is a last resort one. Open your computer cover. Remove your hard disk and install it in the rescue computer. Start the rescue computer and start to copy your files.

In fact it is a problem of reactions. You may have more accurate methods. If u have some, please so not hesitate to share them with us.

All the best :)

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