Question:
I bought two computers, one has the basic software……?
that it came with and I gave it to my mom. The other has lots of additional software loaded on it and I have access to the internet.
Due to viruses and spyware/adware/malware, my computer now has corrupted files which cannot be accessed or I have deleted. I know how to remove the additional software that I have loaded, so that I can reinstall it later. When the two computers were purchased they were identical, so the only difference is the added software. But I have two questions: How can I use the DOS command “copy c:\ a:\” to copy all the files in the multi-layer directories without having to go through all the layers and copy each directory separately? And if this is impossible or too difficult, how can I link them via cable to copy the one’s contents to the other? (I don’t have the Windows Installation disc or it wouldn’t be a problem.) I have found a reputable computer support business that is local and they will do it for 9 if I provide the driver files.
Thanks, but I know what caused it and I know how severe the damage is, what I don’t know is the easiest way to fix it. But I appreciate the answer.
By the way, I tried your suggested website just to see if maybe there was something that I could learn which would keep me from having to reload Windows, and guess what? It doesn’t even work!!! So, edit the web address or I’ll have to chose no best answer just because….
Okay, obviously I need to shorten this to one thing: CAN I USE THE DOS COMMAND “COPY C:\ A:\” TO COPY ALL THE LAYERS OF THE WINDOWS SOFTWARE WITHOUT GOING THROUGH EACH DIRECTORY INDIVIDUALLY? I know how to connect the two computers (already did), know what spy/mal/adware is and how it works. What I don’t know is if the DOS command can do what I need it to do. Can anyone answer this question about the DOS command?
P.S. Thanks for the answers that I’ve gotten but they are not answering my question(s).
Best answer:
Answer by Heather C
I am assuming you are wanting to do a
C:\>copy c:*.* a:
?
A: being the location of the directory you are wanting to copy information to?
I have never wanted to copy from the DOS prompt though, I have always just created a Network Connection with share priveleges and used a Crossover Cable for just 2 boxes, or used a hub to connect the two computers.
If this link helps any
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_DOS_commands#xcopy
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