What is the purpose of the Recycle Bin in a computer?

The Recycle Bin is a special folder found on Microsoft Windows computers. Its main purpose is to temporarily store files and folders that have been deleted by the user. When you delete a file by pressing the Delete key or right-clicking and selecting Delete, the file doesn't get permanently removed from the system right away. Instead, it moves to the Recycle Bin.

This gives users a chance to restore the file if it was deleted by mistake. As long as the file is still in the Recycle Bin, you can right-click it and choose “Restore” to return it to its original location. This feature acts like a safety net that protects users from accidental data loss.

It’s important to note that if you delete a file using Shift + Delete, or if you empty the Recycle Bin manually, then the file is permanently deleted and cannot be restored through the Recycle Bin.