Ex deleted my windows xp from my laptop and now it SAYS \windows\system32\c-1252.nls file is missing or corrupt. I do not have the installation disc. Can I recover it somehow or do I have to purchase a whole new disc. If I do, can I download it or vista for free or buy it cheap anywhere?Check with your laptop manuf.
Most of them place a hidden partition on the DRIVE that CONTAINS all the restore files...

Warning: This will erase all your data and apps and take the machine BACK to Day One status.If Windows doesn't boot, you will NEED a WinXP CD to repair or reinstall.

Windows is not free and can't be downloaded for free.

You might be able to get the CD from the manufacturer of the laptop.Quote from: twingirl on September 06, 2009, 05:40:42 PM

Ex deleted my windows xp from my laptop and now it says \windows\system32\c-1252.nls file is missing or corrupt. I do not have the installation disc. Can I recover it somehow or do I have to purchase a whole new disc. If I do, can I download it or vista for free or buy it cheap anywhere?