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Data backup utility mkisofs uses UDF disk-image format
Learn about the mkisofs utility, a program that lets administrators create ISO disk images of practically any size, now with a number of third-party enhancements. Tip
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OpenCD: A collection of open source applications on one CD image
TheOpenCD.org collects popular open source applications familiar to administrators, such as OpenOffice.org, Mozilla Firefox, Thunderbird and TightVNC, as well as some other lesser-known ones. Tip
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Create batch file to log chkdsk results
You can use the AT command in Windows to schedule chkdsk to automatically run on a daily basis. The problem with this technique is that chkdsk results are quickly flashed on the screen, then disappear. If you're not sitting at the server console when... Tip
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Create custom boot sector manually with Boot Build utility
Most of the time, a boot sector is created automatically when we format a disk, but at times it's useful to create one manually. A specialized utility called Boot Build allows you to do this by offering a blank template for a boot sector that you can... Tip
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Unstoppable Copier recovers data from bad files by ignoring errors
Several command-line utilities that recover data from damaged disks by ignoring errors, but a tool called Unstoppable Copier does it using a Windows GUI. Tip
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Guide to using chkdsk to detect file and folder corruption
Follow these steps for configuring Windows to periodically run the chkdsk tool against a volume in order to detect file and folder corruption. Tip
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A guide to troubleshooting computer memory problems
Computer memory problems do not have to be difficult to diagnose and remedy. This guide explains how you can troubleshoot your way back in business. Article
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Move from PATA to SATA could complicate data recovery
The transition from PATA hard drives to SATA hard drives could make data recovery more difficult. Tip
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FAQ: Troubleshooting Windows hardware
Have a question about troubleshooting Windows hardware? You may find the answer in this FAQ about Windows hardware troubleshooting. Article
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Universal ATA controller driver serves as alternative to Windows generic driver
If you're trying to get a system running and don't have the manufacturer-specific parallel ATA driver for a given controller, you can fall back on Windows' generic PATA/IDE device driver, which runs most hard drives and CD-ROM drives. Or you may want... Tip