strange temporary files

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I keep getting zero-length temporary internet files named [1], [2], [3],
etc. (yes, sequential numbers in brackets with no extension.) that do not
delete when I clear the cache. I have to manually delete them at a command
prompt.

I noticed this when IE6 started getting sluggish, so I cleared the temp
files, then checked the temp folders manually, and there were hundreds of
them, probably thousands.

In another couple of days, I checked the temp folders again, and the files
were starting to build up again.

I then checked for the obvious: I did not find any spyware or viruses.
 
JM said:
I keep getting zero-length temporary internet files named [1], [2],
[3], etc. (yes, sequential numbers in brackets with no extension.)
that do not delete when I clear the cache. I have to manually delete
them at a command prompt.

I noticed this when IE6 started getting sluggish, so I cleared the
temp files, then checked the temp folders manually, and there were
hundreds of them, probably thousands.

In another couple of days, I checked the temp folders again, and the
files were starting to build up again.

I then checked for the obvious: I did not find any spyware or viruses.
Click to expand...

OE puts them there. When you clear cache check the box to Delete all
offline content.

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