Scrounge NTFS

I recently had the opportunity to review a data recovery program designed for NTFS file systems. The program provides a unique solution that reads every block of the hard disk to retrieve and rebuild the file system tree on another partition. The program was actually created out of necessity when a friend of the developer lost valuable data on an NTFS drive. Since then, the program has been used in several cases, although testing has not been extensive, particularly with its role as a data recovery program.

To ensure proper execution, users should have their partition information stored away in advance. Doing so allows for a reliable retrieval of file info. The latest release brought about some valuable updates. Firstly, the program no longer exits when errors arise while reading the source drive. Additionally, the developer has fixed a core dump issue that surfaced when there was an attribute list but no MFT loaded.

Overall, this data recovery program is an excellent option for those dealing with NTFS file systems. While caution should be exercised due to a lack of thorough testing, the program's unique ability to rebuild the file system tree is a standout feature.