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Q131581: Aborted File Transfer Deletes File on Remote Computer

Article: Q131581
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
Version(s): 95
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): win95
Last Modified: 17-DEC-2000

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows 95 
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SYMPTOMS
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When you are copying a file over the network to a directory containing a file
with the same name, if the file transfer process is canceled or fails, the file
being replaced is deleted.

This behavior also occurs when you are using Dial-Up Networking.

CAUSE
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During the file transfer process, the destination file (the file that is to be
replaced) is deleted after you confirm that you want to replace a file. If the
file transfer process is canceled or fails, the deleted destination file cannot
be restored. The file is not moved to the Recycle Bin and cannot be recovered.

RESOLUTION
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If the file transfer process is canceled or fails, repeat the transfer.

STATUS
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This behavior is by design.

MORE INFORMATION
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The Recycle Bin tracks only files deleted locally using Windows Explorer, My
Computer, or a Windows 95-compatible shell program.

A file that is deleted as part of a file transfer process between two computers
is not moved to the Recycle Bin.

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Keywords          : win95 
Technology        : kbWin95search kbZNotKeyword3
Version           : 95

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