My aunt was deleting e-mails, and now she can't get her computer to start. The error message states that there is no operating system found. What can I do to help?
2007-04-28 03:55:57 · 7 answers · asked by derf1892 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
foram hdd and do fresh instalation
best of luck
2007-04-28 04:02:43 · answer #1 · answered by _Chetu_ 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
many computers will have the serial number on a sticker on the side or back - if you have that you could borrow an install disk from a friend and legall install the OS. Otherwise, the cheapest way to get it is to purchase an OEM version from Ebay or a local computer shop. Better yet, find someone that was an older computer they've retired and use that serial.
2007-04-28 03:59:45 · answer #2 · answered by wigginsray 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I doubt you would need to get a new copy of windows xp. My guess is something was corrupted and you might need to do a repair install. To be honest, if you don't know what to do now, your best bet would be to take it to a local computer shop, then make sure you have installed on her system:
Anti Virus software and make sure it's updated regularly
Anti Spyware software and make sure it's updated regularly
A software firewall, and make sure it's updated regularly
2007-04-28 04:02:03 · answer #3 · answered by Connor 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She has deleted some system files so you will a tech to look at her computer.
2007-04-28 03:59:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start in 'Safe ' mode. Try to get back and invoke the last known stable configuration that worked.
2007-04-28 04:00:00 · answer #5 · answered by ArnieSchivaSchangaran 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to a computer store and ask them for help. they're pros
2007-04-28 04:05:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anna 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
download it off of frostwire
2007-04-28 03:59:41 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋