Copying damaged files
Copying damaged files can be a difficult task, but in some cases you can try to recover data. Here are some ways that can help:
1. Use data recovery software: There are various programs and tools designed to work with damaged files. For example, Recuva or EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard are popular applications for Windows.
2. Check the availability of a backup copy: If you have a regular system for creating backup copies of data (which is highly recommended), check the possibility of extracting the necessary file from the last backup.
3. Use the command line: In the Windows operating system, you can use the command line and commands like "xcopy" or "robocopy" to copy the contents of even those files that are clearly indicated as damaged.
4. Connect the hard drive to a second computer: If your current computer had problems reading a certain file/hard drive stored on it, then connected it via a USB adapter or SATA cable to a second computer, you can try to copy the file from it.
5. Seek help from professionals: If all other methods do not work or the importance of the data is very high, then it is better to seek help from specialists in data recovery. They have specific software and hardware for working with damaged files and can offer more advanced solutions.
In any case, when working with damaged data, you should always be prepared for the fact that the data can be lost permanently - so make a backup copy of your valuable information!