Re: formatting my c:/

Dave131 <Dave131@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

I am trying to format my c:/ coz it is playing up a bit, but I keep getting
an error that says there is a program running. I have tried to close down
everything that I know of but something must be running in the backround.
Anybody know what I can do?? thanks

Formatting drive C: is the computer equivalent of capital punishment,
and from what you have said your problems may be no more serious than
jaywalking, so capital punishment may not be warranted or appropriate.

Try posting a description of the problems you are having, including
the details from any error messages. It is quite possible that a
solution will be found that is far less drastic than a reformat and
reinstall.

Good luck

Ron Martell Duncan B.C. Canada
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