I wonder if files that I've deleted from my flash drive's trash can be recovered. I know that with SSDs, data recovery is usually not an option, and since flash drives use similar technology, I'm curious about what the chances are for recovery in this case.
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Typically, unless you've securely erased the files, there's a chance they can be recovered. Just remember, recovery isn't guaranteed, especially if you've been adding new data to the drive since deleting the files.
When you delete a file, what's really happening is the file system marks the space as available for new data, rather than actually wiping it. If the space hasn't been overwritten by new files, there might be recovery options available using data recovery software.
It's a good reminder to always have backup policies in place, especially for important data. You never know when you'll need it back!
You can try using the 'Restore' option from the trash if you haven't emptied it yet. If it's already gone, recovery could be trickier, so proceed with caution.
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