Q: There are so many small files and empty folders in WinXP and I just want a bunch of what I them.
How remove all files / folders and delete them?
Id like to go through the registry and removing all kinds of nonsense. (Eg why I think Netscape entries in the register on a clean install?)
Best Answer: I had very similar problems. The warranty people repeatedly suggested programs or virus. I was very frustrated. If I could complete a diagnostic scan it would pass everything but sometimes it could not complete the scan. I finally convinced them to take it with less than a week left on warranty. They returned it having replaced a 'faulty' motherboard. When I received it back all of my problems were gone.
By the way my symptoms started when I purchased the computer new.
Re:If you don't like bloat, switch to linux and compile your own kernel, apps… otherwise be thankful that it "just works" and accept the fact that with ease of use and versatility comes bloat.
Re:Originally posted by: Stefan
I would be so happy if on one version of windows MS said they were removing all legacy code/hacks, cleaned the registry and files to only what was needed with the OS . . . 
Yes. I'd be happy if Microsoft would eliminate the Easter eggs hidden in Windows & each of the Office applications.
I imagine those must take up vast numbers of lines of code.
Re:google Ccleaner.
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Re:Originally posted by: Stefan
Originally posted by: guy
You'd be surprised how many of those weird registry entries are used as tweaks/workarounds to get some programs working properly. Microsoft used to commonly do these tweaks if they found a service pack or patch that made something no longer work. Also keeping in mind there's allot of stuff pre-loaded in there so if by the off chance you do use one of them, Windows will pick up what it is, increases bloat yes, but that's why it's a plug n play OS.
You could skim the registry all you want but you'd probably literally have to delete half of it to notice any difference what so ever. Would it still be working, is another matter. If you want windows running faster I suggest looking at redundant services, programs, and program configuration. You'll see more of a benefit that way. Extreme customisation is possible with Windows, long as you have the developers docs in order to understand what you can do. I used to work for NCR, where they shipped a customised version of NT4 for their ATM's, they stripped that thing to the bone.
I'm really not interested in tweaking for performance, I just wish I knew what all the little leftovers are for.
I would be so happy if on one version of windows MS said they were removing all legacy code/hacks, cleaned the registry and files to only what was needed with the OS and everyone was required to make their software work properly.
It'll never happen though
Yeh I know what you mean, it would be nice. Shame they have too much sh*t to support to allow users to do an advanced install which only loads exactly what the system needs and no more.
Re:Originally posted by: guy
You'd be surprised how many of those weird registry entries are used as tweaks/workarounds to get some programs working properly. Microsoft used to commonly do these tweaks if they found a service pack or patch that made something no longer work. Also keeping in mind there's allot of stuff pre-loaded in there so if by the off chance you do use one of them, Windows will pick up what it is, increases bloat yes, but that's why it's a plug n play OS.
You could skim the registry all you want but you'd probably literally have to delete half of it to notice any difference what so ever. Would it still be working, is another matter. If you want windows running faster I suggest looking at redundant services, programs, and program configuration. You'll see more of a benefit that way. Extreme customisation is possible with Windows, long as you have the developers docs in order to understand what you can do. I used to work for NCR, where they shipped a customised version of NT4 for their ATM's, they stripped that thing to the bone.
I'm really not interested in tweaking for performance, I just wish I knew what all the little leftovers are for.
I would be so happy if on one version of windows MS said they were removing all legacy code/hacks, cleaned the registry and files to only what was needed with the OS and everyone was required to make their software work properly.
It'll never happen though
Re:You'd be surprised how many of those weird registry entries are used as tweaks/workarounds to get some programs working properly. Microsoft used to commonly do these tweaks if they found a service pack or patch that made something no longer work. Also keeping in mind there's allot of stuff pre-loaded in there so if by the off chance you do use one of them, Windows will pick up what it is, increases bloat yes, but that's why it's a plug n play OS.
You could skim the registry all you want but you'd probably literally have to delete half of it to notice any difference what so ever. Would it still be working, is another matter. If you want windows running faster I suggest looking at redundant services, programs, and program configuration. You'll see more of a benefit that way. Extreme customisation is possible with Windows, long as you have the developers docs in order to understand what you can do. I used to work for NCR, where they shipped a customised version of NT4 for their ATM's, they stripped that thing to the bone.
Re:Originally posted by: guy
Originally posted by: guy
What does a Hard drive have to do with anything?
I understand what you mean. That Netscape thing in particular is weird. I bet you could get XP to run like a dream if you could weed all that out, the registry alone would be half the size – and that makes your machine run quite a bit quicker.
There isn't a good reason to "tweak" that much. If it isn't being used it won't affect anything. If some unused files are a problem, he must be running out of disk space.
There's no real reason for me to do it… I guess I just find it annoying not knowing what 1/2 of the files / registry entries on my computer are 
Re:Originally posted by: guy
What does a Hard drive have to do with anything?
I understand what you mean. That Netscape thing in particular is weird. I bet you could get XP to run like a dream if you could weed all that out, the registry alone would be half the size – and that makes your machine run quite a bit quicker.
There isn't a good reason to "tweak" that much. If it isn't being used it won't affect anything. If some unused files are a problem, he must be running out of disk space.
Re:What does a Hard drive have to do with anything?
I understand what you mean. That Netscape thing in particular is weird. I bet you could get XP to run like a dream if you could weed all that out, the registry alone would be half the size – and that makes your machine run quite a bit quicker.
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