Data recovery services are used when important data is no longer readable and cannot be recovered through the use of data recovery software.
Data recovery refers to the process of accessing and recovering damaged, lost, corrupted, damaged, or formatted data from digital storage devices. In most cases, the data to be salvaged is on internal or external hard disk drives, solid-state drives, USB flash drives, RAID arrays, CDs, DVDs, or other devices, such as cameras or mobile phones.
Commonly, the originating problem is an operating system failure, device malfunction, logical failures, or accidental damage or deletion of files, most often on a single-drive computer with one operating system, in which case the data recovery service would attempt to access the files, copying them from the damaged media to a new drive.
In some cases, this can be accomplished through the use of a Live CD, booting the system directly from a ROM rather than from the corrupted drive, with a facility to mount the system drive and move the files to a backup media using optical disc authoring software or a file manager. Sometimes, disk partitioning is used to store valuable data on a different partition from the operating system files, which are easily replaceable.
In the event of a drive-level failure, where a file system or drive partition is compromised, the data is not easily read by media devices. Depending on the specific nature of the problem, this might require the repair of the logical file system, partition table, or master boot record, or other drive recovery techniques, which may include software-based recovery of corrupted data, the recovery of damaged service areas through a combination of software- and hardware-based techniques, or hardware replacement of a physically damaged drive that allows for the extraction of data to a new drive. When the drive itself has failed permanently, the focus is on a one-time recovery, in which as much data as possible is salvaged.
When files have been accidentally deleted, references to the files are removed from the directory structure, but the contents of the files are not immediately removed from the drive. The deleted data may still reside on the physical drive, often in disconnected fragments, and may be recoverable if they haven't been overwritten by other data files.
In some cases, a knowledgeable end-user might be able to recover data using data recovery software. In doing so, however, there is a danger that the data may be further damaged. For this reason, individuals and companies experiencing the loss of important data often employ the services of a data recovery company rather than attempting to retrieve the data in-house.
The data recovery service generally has a larger array of tools, which may include advanced software tools as well as the necessary hardware to retrieve data that is salvageable. Depending on locations, some data recovery services will send technicians to the location, while others will ask that the drive be shipped to their location so that the tasks may be handled at their facilities, which is better equipped.
Data recovery software is covered in a Data Recovery category in the software section of the directory. A link is provided below. Data recovery hardware is listed in the parent category to this one. This category is focused on data recovery services or companies providing data recovery services.
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DataTech is a professional data recovery service, able to assist in recovering deleted files, data from crashed hard drives, or failed RAID arrays and servers, computer and laptop drives, removable media and tapes, camera cards, and other data storage. Its locations, data recovery services, partnership programs, government GSA contracts, terms, and conditions are highlighted, along with client reviews, and contacts. Cases may be submitted and quotes requested.
https://datatechlab.com/
The data recovery company uses a ship-in and ship-out model, where customers receive a free, prepaid shipping label after submitting an order. The hard drive from which data is to be recovered can be shipped by FedEx. After the data is recovered, a detailed report is emailed to the customer and the data is shipped on a new USB drive. If unable to recover files, the customer is not charged. Its services are detailed on its site and in an included FAQ, and pricing is listed.
https://www.getyourfilesback.com/
Based in Madison, Wisconsin, the data recovery company offers data recovery services from computer hard drives, flash drives, mobile phones, virtual servers, and RAID data. Details of its services for particular systems, platforms, and situations are presented, including an overview of the recovery process. An introduction to the company’s history and capabilities is given, and guides, webinars, case studies, and downloads for Mac and Windows machines are included.
https://www.gillware.com/
Specializing in the salvage of data and files, for individuals and business, from hard drives, RAID arrays, NAS, SAN, USB flash drives, and other digital storage devices that have failed or otherwise stopped working, the company offers data recovery services, which are described in details here, along with free, downloadable data recovery software for Linux, Mac, and Windows devices. Its locations are listed on the site, and its partner program is defined.
https://www.salvagedata.com/
When important data cannot be recovered from digital media through standard means, a data recovery service may be employed. With several locations around the United States, Secure Data Recovery may be able to recover lost or corrupted data from hard drives and other data storage devices, including servers, databases, tape data, and even encrypted data. Its services are described in detail here, and the company also sells encrypted storage devices and other products.
https://www.securedatarecovery.com/
The data recovery company maintains a clean-room and a data forensics laboratory at its headquarters in New York City, where it attempts to recover data from computers, smartphones, and other mobile devices using proprietary software, as well as through reverse engineering on the firmware of a drive. Its services are described in detail, a profile of the company is provided, and client testimonials and partnerships are highlighted. Its locations throughout the world are shown on a map.
https://www.werecoverdata.com/
