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 Aug 21 2008, 04:53 AM
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When I run a computer scan of my HDD it shows up files and programs (including a redundant ,supposedly deleted account)that have been deleted long ago. Is there anyway to remove all trace of these deleted files from the computer HDD ,without having to reformat? Thanks Nightman |
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Aug 21 2008, 06:11 AM
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Have a look at this list of freeware, there should be something in there that can do the job:
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topic3616.html Personally, I've used CCleaner for files and Revo uninstaller for programs. If you use Ccleaner, just be careful with it. I would also avoid "registry cleaners". -------------------- Toshiba Satellite A135 OS: Vista Home Premium SP1 Processor: T2250 @ 1.73 GHz (2 CPUs), ~1.7 GHz RAM: 1526 MB Display: Mobile Intel® 945GM/GU Express Chipset Family |
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Aug 21 2008, 06:26 AM
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What scan did you use? Was it a file recovery scan?
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Alan |
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Aug 21 2008, 07:54 AM
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Hi nigglenush85,
I was actually doing a virus scan with Kaspersky and I noticed in the list of files , all the files from a redundant account, which I thought had been deleted. regards nightman |
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Aug 21 2008, 09:45 AM
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Forum Addict Group: HJT Junior Classmen Posts: 3,981 Joined: 7-January 07 From: UK Member No.: 105,123 |
When you delete a user account if memory serves it asks you if you want to keep the users files. I would imagine this is why they are still there. Do the virus scanners give a location of the files? (maybe in the logs/reports)
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Alan |
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Aug 21 2008, 11:39 AM
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 Visually handicapped, hence the avatar :0) Group: Moderator Posts: 14,526 Joined: 2-October 05 From: Southeastern CT, USA Member No.: 35,824 |
The folders in the Documents and Settings folder will normally be retained, even when you delete an account (although option to delete personal/private info may affect this).
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**If you need a more detailed explanation, please ask for it. I have the Knack. ** |
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