How to Clear Space From a C: Drive
On a Windows computer, the C drive contains the operating system and many of the files that are generated automatically by a computer, such as temporary Internet files, deleted files and the installers for various programs. These files build up over time and can eventually take up a lot of space on a C drive. Clear up space regularly to avoid exceeding the drive's capacity.
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Instructions
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Using Disk Cleanup
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Click "Start"-->"Programs"--> "System Tools-->"Disk Cleanup" to launch the disk cleanup wizard.
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Select "C" from the drop-down list of hard-drive partitions. Wait for the wizard to calculate the amount of space saved.
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Click "OK" to delete the files.
Remove Old Programs
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Click "Start"-->"Control Panel"-->"Add/Remove Programs" to open the software removal program.
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Click on the "Change/Remove Programs" tab to view all currently installed software.
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Click "Remove" for any programs that you no longer wish to have on your computer, to clear up space on the C drive.
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