"Andrew G" wrote in message
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Hi Everyone,
Recently ran a virus scan and noticed how long it took to run through all
these particular files apparently located in the temporary internet files
folder under a folder called content.ie5. Content.ie5 does not show up,
even
with "show all files" chosen. It can only be found and accessed through a
search/find files. It appears to hold content of web files that would
normally be found under temporary internet files, some of these date back
to
2002.
I tried to delete this folder (the content.ie5 one) but it says it's a
system file (or folder).
Anyone have any idea what this folder is for or would deleting it cause a
problem, especially considering it's not visible unless you search for it.
It might be worth adding that it's also located under the temp folder,
same
name, but not as large in size, again only found through a search.
The only reason I knew it was there is I saw the location of it during the
virus scan.
Sorry for off topic and confusing.
Thanks for any advance.
Cheers
Andrew
wondering how many people after reading this are currently going to the
find files or folders and searching for content.ie5



Hey Andrew,

After having some trash come through on both my pc and a relatives. I did a
bit of delving into fixes.

Most sites recommend yo delete the files in Windows/Temp and the temporary
internet folders but not to delete the folders themselves. Also the recycle
bin should be emptied.

After doing this I would go through your startup files and establish what is
essential and what is not. To get there do
Start-Programs-Accessories-System Tools-System Information. Click on
Tools then System Configuration Utility. Click on the Startup tab and
uncheck what is unnecessary.

Next I would download some software called "hijack this" it shows you what
things are running on your pc. I found lots of nasties and on removal had
better responses and was able to shut down my pc properly.

Anyway a start.

Cheers

Richard