Re: Temp files, OK to remove?

Yes, unless you are in the middle of installing new software, it is safe
(and wise) to remove temporary files. It is also good to clean out your
temporary internet files and cookies. If you right click the Start button
and choose 'Properties' then 'Customize' then 'Clear' it removes temporary
internet files and other history of what you have been doing on your
computer.

Another way to remove temp internet files is to go to the Control panel
(left click Start button > Settings > Control Panel > Internet options) and
delete them from there. In my opinion this should be done at least every day
because of the possibility of malware and viruses being connected with
temporary files.

But don't delete your default User files or you may loose some of your
settings.




"willshak" <willshak@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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Windows XP Home SP2

Under C:\Documents and Setting\{User name}\Local Settings\Temp\ , there is
a ton of subfolders and files adding up to about 310 MB.
Are these files important? Can I get rid of them?

If it matters, I have Windows Explorer to show hidden files and folders.

What about the Default user files? I'm the only one using this computer,
so I'm the Default user in addition to being the Administrator.


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