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In fact, via networks, utilities and the Internet, these OSes can on a limited basis share their data and hardware devices. Another big thing they share is they’re all disk operating systems.

Thankfully, there are tons of system rescue CDs and DVDs available to help troubleshoot almost any hardware or operating system. This week, we want to know which ones you turn to in times of crisis.