It seems that you have never tried to compare linux with windows
. Actually general programs of windows (not all)don't work in linux and vice versa. I suggest:
1. Try ubuntu live cd (You can get latest on Digits DVD; I prefer to use it over other Open Source options) then navigate to your drive and simply move the files to other locations (other drive or media) and then format your drive preferentially by booting through CD as the software might stop you to format the drive while you are using windows.
2. If you are unable to get it try using a recovery software.(I used EASY RECOVERY) and select the drive. It will scan your drive and build a folder tree tree. Just select your folder/file and recover it. The folder lock won't stop it. it is a possibility that you might not see your files then select the mother folder of the folder in which you saved your files. After recovery Just Format your drive whichever way you want.
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