[mattbrook]

Hopefully this is the correct thread

Ok now and then I get questions about " HOW DO I CLEAN MY PC "

Here is what I say:

1- Defrag
2- Disk Clean up
3- Ad aware, SPY BOT and C-Cleaner
4- Start, run type in %temp% and delete all.
5- Hijack this ( If the KNOW how to use it )
6- IE: tools, Internet options Delete cookies and files


So here is what I am asking....
1 - Is there anymore TEMP files that could be deleted ?
2- Anyone have more to add ? Other tricks or programs ?

Thanks all

[michael_jii]

you could try cleanup http://www.stevengould.org/software/cleanup/
it does number 6 and 4 for you... (your list)

[bkdc]

Aside from using the tools that you have already listed; about every 6 months I remove the cover & blow out all the dust using canned air. Excessive accumulation of dust can cause overheating which can lead to major problems.

Almost forgot try AM-Deadlink to clean your Favorites

[aarhus2004]

Welcome, mattbrook to this newly named forum.

May I respectfully suggest you seek advice in the forum relevant to your operating system as to how to "clean" your computer, and that you desist in giving advice to others until you have have learned how to do so?

Using the 'Search' option is one place to start learning about how to ask a question.

Ben.

[JohnWill]

FWIW, there are lots of people that have cleaned their systems to death by getting carried away with clean-up tools. I use CCleaner myself, but I'm careful what I actually let it delete.

[BLADE4356]

I thought that was a valid question , especially since there are alot of people asking questions or giving info regarding ME,98,XP etc on this thread.Mattbrook , a good point was brought up , you can clean your computer to death.I do it every month and pay the price , as small as it my be.

[pyro4eva]

Do a kaspersky online scan....you might want to download a free trial to delete what it finds and do a trial of spysweeper...those two are the best programs i find

[dr911]

I also use some software....but I go into my (in windows exploring) Windows--->"Local Settings"---->Temp Internet Files--->Content IE. There are a bunch of sub-folders there....just delete them. I'm using 98se !!

[mattbrook]

Oh yes Kaspersky..My father uses that too.... Thanks all. keep the advice flowing ... I just get that question ALL the time. So I'm gonna make a document and send it to them... So I hope you don't COPYRIGHT your advice

[Kenny94]

Originally Posted by JohnWill

FWIW, there are lots of people that have cleaned their systems to death by getting carried away with clean-up tools. I use CCleaner myself, but I'm careful what I actually let it delete.

You're right John. Some folks do get carried away applying clean up tools And registry cleaners... Clean Up and CCleaner I feel are the top computer cleaners on the web today.

System Security Suite: http://www.igorshpak.net/ is a great cleaning program...

[aarhus2004]

Originally Posted by JohnWill

FWIW, there are lots of people that have cleaned their systems to death by getting carried away with clean-up tools. I use CCleaner myself, but I'm careful what I actually let it delete.

If mattbrook, as thread starter is asking questions this thread belongs elsewhere. This forum is not for asking questions as thread starters. If he just wishes to discuss an issue the Random Discussion forum is one such place. If he has the need to know specifically how to "clean" his computer he should start a thread in the O/S forum relevant to him.

Tips and Tricks given which provoke the need to question the particular thread- starter (or subsequent posters in that thread) are acceptable.

This thread should be moved.

[mattbrook]

Ok if it must be moved please do so.
I'm getting great advice here too

[donny898]

There is a program, which deletes your recycle bin stuff permantly, and this program is recommended by the US military as they used it themselves. What is the name of that program?

[Fidelista]

Ewido--trial version. Impressive if you have a problem. >f

[RT]

Originally Posted by mattbrook

Ok if it must be moved please do so.
I'm getting great advice here too

Agreed.

One suggestion I'd like to mention, run whatever cleanup utilities and programs you wish first - and run defrag last.

All the deleting those programs and procedures do will leave little empty bits here and there, that won't get tidied up otherwise. Defragging as a last step will plug the 'holes' left by the cleaning procedure.