How to Delete Permanently Indexed Files in Windows Vista
Windows Vista keeps an index, or catalog, of all Internet activity on your computer. This index contains your web site history, any cached files or images, and all cookies. This index grows each time you open your web browser and surf the Internet. It is difficult to delete the index file without specialized software to do it for you. It may become necessary to deletes files if your browser is constantly crashing or slow, or if you need extra space on your computer. Privacy Mantra is a free program that will help you delete the index file for Windows Vista.
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Instructions
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Open your web browser and download the free Privacy Mantra program (see resources).
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Open the installation file once the download has completed.
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Follow the on-screen instructions to complete Privacy Mantra's installation.
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Click the "Start" menu and open Privacy Mantra, located in the "All Programs" menu.
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Click the "Manual" button located on the left side of program.
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Make sure the "Temporary Internet Files" and "Deletion of index.dat" is checked under each of the headings listed. Every option should be checked by default, but make sure they are before continuing.
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Click the "Clean" button at the top of window.
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Restart your computer when prompted to do so.
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Click the "OK" button that appears after the computer reboots confirming the process has finished.
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Tips & Warnings
Note that when you delete the index file, you will delete any passwords and history that you have stored in your web browser.
