Why i hate Pcs.
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Don't forget morons too. One mouse button so people don't get confused when clicking. Just give them a "go button" instead heherossatdi said:
try installing ccleaner and run the registry fixer it might help with your troublesome anti virus it also has a program uninstaller that sometimes works better then windows
also try using a program called windirstat it compiles all your hardrive space and gives you and easy view as to whats taking up the most space. I assume you have norton because that is usually how norton reacts to being uninstalled try avast it works better and does not do stupid things to your computer.
here are some links the programs are all free so have fun
http://www.filehippo.com/download_ccleaner/
http://windirstat.info/
http://www.download.com/Avast-Home-Edition/3000-2239_4-10019223.html?part=dl-AvastHome&subj=dl&tag=button&cdlPid=10888427
also try using a program called windirstat it compiles all your hardrive space and gives you and easy view as to whats taking up the most space. I assume you have norton because that is usually how norton reacts to being uninstalled try avast it works better and does not do stupid things to your computer.
here are some links the programs are all free so have fun
http://www.filehippo.com/download_ccleaner/
http://windirstat.info/
http://www.download.com/Avast-Home-Edition/3000-2239_4-10019223.html?part=dl-AvastHome&subj=dl&tag=button&cdlPid=10888427
Vista on an old Sempron? Why? And why go through all the trouble of cleaning an old drive manually for a measly 60 bucks? You'd be better off formatting the drive and installing XP.Zeldadudes said:
Then your knowledge seems insufficient. Check the registry for references to the directory in question. Remove them all (assuming this is not a system critical directory), and reboot.
It has nothing to do with being admin. Microsoft long ago made the design choice that a binary file that has been loaded into memory cannot be modified on the disk, for security and stability reasons. So as long as that program is loaded into your RAM, you can't delete it. Check your active processes, close the ones related to the program in question, and then try again.
Again, it didn't say you weren't admin. It said you didn't have permission to change the file, because the file is being accessed and locked by another process. Nothing to with being an admin.
Looks like some of those "random files" were part of your antivirus program. Way to go.
FYI, antivirus programs are usually worse than the viruses they protect you against. Get rid of that crap, especially if you are doing extensive system maintenance.
"It doesn't want to go"? Is that the technical term?
If you are referring to the antivirus program, then yeah, they can be hell to get rid of. Part of their design, and part of why it's usually a bad idea to use them. If your AV is acting up, you're usually better of just formatting and reinstalling from scratch.
Well, since you don't seem to be very good with PC's, Macs might be better for you. If you prefer them, use them.
I usually format a pc, install basic programs, and make sure those few basic programs work, when I sell a computer.
What's the point in not to? Do you buy a bucket, fill it with sludge and pour that sludge somewhere, leaving the bucket dirty, then selling the bucket in its filthy state to someone else?
What's the point in not to? Do you buy a bucket, fill it with sludge and pour that sludge somewhere, leaving the bucket dirty, then selling the bucket in its filthy state to someone else?
Actually, are you planning to sell a computer you've used your credit card information on? Because simply reformatting the hard drive wouldn't get rid of the information; the only way to truly erase something on a computer involves either a magnet or an object built for clubbing.
What I recommend you do is if you have the option to get a disk wiper program. Basicly something that runs and puts 010101010101 all over your hard drive. Then go and reinstall the OS. It's kinda a tedious process, but it gets the job done easily enough if you have time on your hands to let it run for a while. Got rid of a rather nasty virus that way that kept reinstalling itself after reformatting once.
On a side note PCs are better then Macs. >.> Okay that's enough of that. XD Though I think a Linux system, Ubuntu, would work better for you then Vista if you have a desire to learn a bit more complex, but reliable operating system.
EDIT: Despite what Stompy said a much less permanent solution to that is using the program. It erases everything. Set it to wipe the disk 99 times (Yes it's a bit overkill) and it forces all remnant information off your hard drive because it's entirly filled with 01's. Works like a charm. =)
On a side note PCs are better then Macs. >.> Okay that's enough of that. XD Though I think a Linux system, Ubuntu, would work better for you then Vista if you have a desire to learn a bit more complex, but reliable operating system.
EDIT: Despite what Stompy said a much less permanent solution to that is using the program. It erases everything. Set it to wipe the disk 99 times (Yes it's a bit overkill) and it forces all remnant information off your hard drive because it's entirly filled with 01's. Works like a charm. =)
Since when did this turn into a discussion about computers? I was to understand we were all getting naked.
EDIT: Oh right, the first post, never mind
EDIT: Oh right, the first post, never mind