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I deleted some data from my computer and then changed my mind, but now I can't find the items I would like to restore on my backup.

A) Use the "Undo" option on the computer
B) Restore from the Time Machine backup
C) Check the computer's trash or recycle bin
D) Contact technical support

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Final answer:

To recover deleted data, first check your computer's trash or recycle bin. If not found there and you're on a Mac, use Time Machine or on Windows, check any backups available. If these don't work, try the 'Undo' option or contact technical support.

Step-by-step explanation:

If you've deleted some data from your computer and wish to restore it, the first step to consider is to check your computer's trash or recycle bin. This is a holding area for files and folders that are not yet permanently deleted from your computer. If the items are not in the recycle bin, and you're using a Mac, you may use Time Machine if you have set up this backup system. Time Machine allows you to restore previous versions of files and folders. On a Windows PC, use a backup if you have one created.

If the data is not found in either the recycle bin or through a backup, then the 'Undo' option can be utilized if it's immediately after the deletion. Lastly, if none of these options work, contacting technical support may help in recovering your data.

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