Data recovery is a process that involves retrieving inaccessible, lost, corrupted, damaged, or formatted data from various storage devices when the data stored in them cannot be accessed in the usual way. This process can be essential for both individuals and businesses, as data loss can result from a wide range of issues including hardware failure, software issues, accidental deletion, or cyberattacks. This often involves specialized techniques and tools to extract and restore the data.

Types of Data Loss:

• Accidental Deletion: Files can be accidentally deleted by users. Often, these files are not completely erased and can be recovered. 
• Hardware Failure: Physical damage to storage devices like hard drives, SSDs, USB drives, and memory cards can render data inaccessible.
• Software Issues: Corruption of files or the file system can occur due to software bugs, viruses, or malware.
• Human Error: Mistakes during data handling, such as incorrect formatting or overwriting of files.
• Natural Disasters: Events like fires, floods, or power surges can damage storage devices and affect data integrity.