How Do You Recover Missing System Files?
Sometimes mistakes happen. Whether the result of a false positive from antivirus software or a misunderstanding of a file’s function, on occasion a valid system file can be inadvertently deleted or quarantined. Sometimes, the results can seem disastrous – a looping blue screen each time you try to boot up the PC. Other times, a stop error with a cryptic message may be the result. Here’s how to replace the missing file(s) to get your system operational again.Difficulty: AverageTime Required: 10 minutesHere’s How: • Start your computer with the Windows Setup floppy disks or with the Windows CD-ROM. • At the ‘Welcome to Setup’ screen, press F10 or press R. (Windows 2000 users will need to press F10 or R and then press C). • You should now see a list of installations and the prompt “Which Windows Installation would you like to log on to?” • Select the appropriate number for the Windows installation that you want to repair. • Type the administrator password and press Enter. If the administr
