Searching files

Abstract

Aspects of the subject matter described herein relate to searching files. In aspects, a search engine is able to search not only the current files but also is able to search for deleted and previous versions of files that satisfy queries. The search engine may maintain an index that facilitates searches. In addition, the search engine may also determine not only that a file satisfies a query but what version(s) of the file satisfies the query.

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Background technique [0001] Computers can be used to store a wealth of information. For example, this information may be included in documents, spreadsheets, images, databases, emails, other content, and the like. Some users use a hierarchical folder / file system to organize their data on storage devices so they can better find it later. Other users place much of their data in relatively few directories. In either case, the difficulty of remembering where the data is stored increases over time. [0002] The subject matter claimed herein is not limited to embodiments that address any disadvantages or that operate only in environments such as those described above. Rather, this background is provided merely to illustrate one example technology area in which some embodiments described herein may be practiced. Contents of the invention [0003] Briefly, various aspects of the subject matter described herein relate to searching files. In various aspects, the search engine can...

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In either case, over time, it increases the difficulty of remembering where the data is stored

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