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Can't delet files from my computer

Nov 24, 2003 4:48AM PST

I trying to delet some Realplayer mpeg file from my computer but I keep getting an error message:

Error Deleting File or Folder
Can not delet |: It is being used by another person or program.
Close any programs that might be using the file and try again.

I ran a virus check and nothing showed up and nothing is running in the background that should be using those files. Most of the Realplayer files are fine.

I'm running WinXP.

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Try this the easy way...
Nov 24, 2003 5:13AM PST

Boot up in SAFE MODE and try again.

Bob

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Re:Can't delet files from my computer
Nov 24, 2003 5:58AM PST

close all players and files and then try

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Re:Can't delet files from my computer
Nov 24, 2003 7:43AM PST
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Try direct from author if you have download problems
Nov 24, 2003 1:41PM PST
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Re:Can't delet files from my computer
Nov 25, 2003 7:41AM PST

Make sure the virus scan you performed was using up-to-date virus scan software, I find it easiest to do an online virus scan at http://housecall.trendmicro.com . Also try running your computer in Safe Mode.