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Outlook PST files can become corrupted due to various factors, including: | Outlook PST files can become corrupted due to various factors, including: | ||
- | ==== Oversized PST Files ==== | + | ==== 1. Oversized PST Files ==== |
PST files have size limitations, | PST files have size limitations, | ||
- | ==== Sudden System Shutdowns ==== | + | ==== 2. Sudden System Shutdowns ==== |
If Outlook or your computer crashes while a PST file is in use, it can lead to corruption. Hence, it is essential to exit Outlook properly and avoid sudden power outages. | If Outlook or your computer crashes while a PST file is in use, it can lead to corruption. Hence, it is essential to exit Outlook properly and avoid sudden power outages. | ||
- | ==== Hard Drive Issues ==== | + | ==== 3. Hard Drive Issues ==== |
Bad sectors or hardware problems on the storage device where the PST file is stored can cause corruption. Regularly check and maintain your storage device to prevent issues. | Bad sectors or hardware problems on the storage device where the PST file is stored can cause corruption. Regularly check and maintain your storage device to prevent issues. | ||
- | ==== Software Bugs ==== | + | ==== 4. Software Bugs ==== |
Occasionally, | Occasionally, | ||
- | ==== Conflicting Antivirus or Security Software ==== | + | ==== 5. Conflicting Antivirus or Security Software ==== |
Some antivirus or security software may conflict with Outlook and inadvertently cause PST file corruption. Ensure your antivirus software is up to date and configured to work smoothly with Outlook. | Some antivirus or security software may conflict with Outlook and inadvertently cause PST file corruption. Ensure your antivirus software is up to date and configured to work smoothly with Outlook. | ||
- | ==== Virus or Malware Infections ==== | + | ==== 6. Virus or Malware Infections ==== |
Viruses or malware on your computer can infect and corrupt PST files. Regularly scan your system for malware to prevent this. | Viruses or malware on your computer can infect and corrupt PST files. Regularly scan your system for malware to prevent this. | ||
To minimize the risk of PST file corruption, it's essential to regularly back up your Outlook data, maintain your system and software, and follow best practices for PST file management. Additionally, | To minimize the risk of PST file corruption, it's essential to regularly back up your Outlook data, maintain your system and software, and follow best practices for PST file management. Additionally, |