OK I'm not very good with computers, I'm the first to admit that. Last NIGHT while my computer was shutting down it lost power, some grid failure or other the whole lost power. I've turned it on this morning and it said my profile had not loaded correctly. Which BASICALLY means its loaded a temporary one. Currently all my files are gone, 10 years worth of pictures, home work, reports etc. I have tried some basic attempts to relocate the profile but I don't have any more experience then the classic off again on again thing. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Is there any CHANCE of file recovery?

Cheers, Matt

Packard Bell
(Actually I've just found a label saying its vista not Xp very sorry about that)
Intel core2 duoClick start then click Computer. Click on the C drive and then choose Users. Is your account still there?The account was still there, it had alledgedly logged me into but all my files and settings were gone. I've since reloaded the computer again. Logged in as before and the profile has come in correct this time and faster than ever. I have no idea what happened but it seems to have righted itself, which is a relief, but is RATHER annoying seeing as I've spent the last three hours desperately looking for back-up discs and searching internet help sites. Thanks for replying and I'm sorry that I've wasted your time. This website has been really helpful though so I will definately be coming back in the event of FUTURE problems.

Cheers, MattNow would be the time to develop a solid backup strategy...