How can I delete folder "windows.old"

[Jer]

After lengthy discussions with Microsoft techs it was decided they could not
solve my problem (wonder of wonders) and I had to reinstall my Vista Home
Premium. I did the reinstall over the prior Vista install, and therefore I
ended up with a "windows.old" folder. Once I moved everything out of it I
needed, I wanted to delete the folder as it takes up a sizable chunk of the
HD. However, using the delete function in windows explorer does not delete
the folder or contents. Can someone suggest a way to delete the folder and
contents?

Thanks for any help.

Jer

 

[Jer]

That did it thanks

Hello Jer,

You can use Disk Cleanup to remove this by selecting the "Files
discarded by Windows upgrade" option.

http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/76073-disk-cleanup.html

Hope this helps,
Shawn




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