Tried to open the Task Launcher Microsoft Vista to update a file but got an error to reinstall the OS, now I can't find any of my personal files, etc.

I tried to open the Microsoft Vista Task Launcher to update a file.   Got an error saying some files had been lost or deleted or something else and I need to reinstall.  Then I opened the disc to reinstall the operating system and reinstalled the operating system.  Now I can't find anything about it either — music, photos, files, contacts, nothing.  I don't even have the software I had installed.  How can I uninstall the operating system, I reinstalled?

Original title: Microsoft Vista Task Launcher

Hello

When you reinstall the operating system, the hard drive is wiped clean of everything.

It's like starting all over, when he was in new condition.

See if you now have a windows.old folder.

If you do, which should contain your data: pictures, music, etc.

Programs need to be reinstalled. starting from the original media (CD, DVD or download Net).

"How to restore your personal files after performing an installation of Windows Vista or Windows 7"

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/932912

If you do not have a windows.old folder, you can try this free program to try to recover your data:

Do this as soon as possible.

http://www.Piriform.com/Recuva

See you soon.

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