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how delete old copy of windows xp

Oct 19, 2013 8:24PM PDT

how to delete old copy of windows xp

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Re: delete old copy of Windows XP
Oct 19, 2013 8:36PM PDT

That depends. If it's the old install CD, just use a hammer or scissor. But maybe it's something else? Then please explain.

Kees

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Oct 19, 2013 10:22PM PDT

You're lacking details here as to how you got to this point.

If in fact you're talking about the "old windows files" that are saved when you did an upgrade or did a re-install and told it to be saved, then do the following:

1) enter the programs listing
2) select "accessories"
3) system tools
4) click on disk cleanup
5) check mark the "windows old"
That should delete and remove those files -OR- select the "more options" tab

the below link may help...

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/888023

tada -----Willy Happy