missing files: Winword.exe and Program.exe

[El Stupido]

Just prior to the problem I deleted files on my backup
disc and uninstalled Norton Utilities. Afterthat I
couldn't open any documents (can't find Winword.exe) or
our family tree program (can't find Program.exe). Anybody
have any ideas on how to correct this problem?

 

[stevemiller]

How did you delete them? If you used the recycle bin they
may still be recoverable with a file recovery program. I
use File Scavenger 2.1. Windows XP has a built in file
restorer but im not sure how to use it...maybe try "Help"
at a command promt or DOS prompt to find the right
command... Also if your OS came on a CD-ROM you can run
windows system file checker and it will prompt you to load
your CD-ROM when missing files...you might try logging on
in safe mode as "administrator" and try accessing the
files. Did Norton Uninstall successfully? It may have left
locked files behind...I had a heck of a time
uninstalling "Freedom" utilities and Norton and other
expensive programs and getting my PC to work OK
afterwards...Try Norton's website and search for uninstall.

 

[Guest]

Thanks Steve. I'll try your ideas!

-----Original Message-----
How did you delete them? If you used the recycle bin they
may still be recoverable with a file recovery program. I
use File Scavenger 2.1. Windows XP has a built in file
restorer but im not sure how to use it...maybe try "Help"
at a command promt or DOS prompt to find the right
command... Also if your OS came on a CD-ROM you can run
windows system file checker and it will prompt you to load
your CD-ROM when missing files...you might try logging on
in safe mode as "administrator" and try accessing the
files. Did Norton Uninstall successfully? It may have left
locked files behind...I had a heck of a time
uninstalling "Freedom" utilities and Norton and other
expensive programs and getting my PC to work OK
afterwards...Try Norton's website and search for uninstall.
.