How to Restore Deleted XP System Files
When you delete files from the Windows XP operating system (OS), your computer does not simply erase them from the hard drive. Instead, the OS places the files in the Recycle Bin, a temporary holding location. The OS puts all deleted files, including user data files, system files, and application files in the Recycle Bin when you delete them. If you change your mind, you can restore deleted XP system files and any other files in the Recycle Bin using the Bin's Restore function.
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Instructions
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Double-click the "Recycle Bin" icon on your Windows XP desktop. The icon looks like a tiny waste basket. This opens the Recycle Bin.
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Locate the file you want to restore in the list of deleted files in the Recycle Bin. The Recycle Bin stores deleted files in alphabetical order by file name.
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Right-click the system file you want to restore and then click "Restore" in the context menu. The deleted system file will be restored to its original location.
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