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c:/windows.old
Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 9:13 pm
Posted by KevinP (48 messages posted)

When I do a search for duplicate files, many are coming up as being in the C:/windows.old directory. But when I go there, the folder is empty (save for a few empty sub-folders), and I can't delete it. I've tried changing the properties, doing it from DOS, etc. but I just can't. I am an American expat in Korea and am stuck using Korean Windows. I can read it somewhat but not as freely as I can English, especially technical stuff. The answer may be right in front in me, but I'm sure not seeing it. Can I delete this folder? I'm happy to delete the old Windows information though it's coming up as empty (it's the same version, same serial number of the current OS). How do I do so?

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re: c:/windows.old
Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 10:09 pm
Posted by Alan (119 messages posted)

This will tell you how:

http://www.tech-recipes.com/rx/2038/vista_remove_old_xp_files_after_upgrade_windows_old

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re: c:/windows.old
Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 11:39 pm
Posted by KevinP (48 messages posted)

Worked like a charm, thanks.

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re: c:/windows.old
Friday, February 8, 2008 at 7:31 am
Posted by Alan (119 messages posted)

You're welcome.

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