Program files/Common Files

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I have noticed that in the common file folder I have many directories with
files associated with programs that have been un-installed ages ago. Is it
safe to remove these folders/files? Thanks.

 

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Some maybe Yes, others No because they may be shared. Rename the folder/s for
each app not presently installed and see if anything balks. If nothing balks
after about a week or 2, send each renamed folder to the Recycle Bin one at a
time every few days. Do Not Empty the bin until you are 100% the folders/files
are not needed.

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Brian A. Sesko
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"victord66" <victord66@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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>I have noticed that in the common file folder I have many directories with
> files associated with programs that have been un-installed ages ago. Is it
> safe to remove these folders/files? Thanks.