Everytime I clear space on the computer, it suddenly fills up! Simple and annoying.
I'm getting concerned of the cause, as its causing incoveniences.
Thanks in advance.
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Jump to PostCan you identify which folder is filling up with space? Also, there is a file called "pagefile.sys". This file is used for virtual memory managemnet. the size of this file can be up to 1.5x the amount of RAM you have on your computer. The default setting for windows is …
Jump to PostMaybe it was just you're constantly using web browsers and filling up the browser cache.
To get clear detail of what you can delete/clear properly, use CCleaner. It will pinpoint the chunk of trash you need to clear out.
Jump to PostI have a friend that experienced having a malware that forces windows explorer to report that his hard drive is almost full, although only half of it is used. Maybe you're experiencing the same?
Jump to PostGood point. it may be a good idea to download malwarebytes and run a scan. I have found their product to be very good at locating malware that your traditional AV engines are missing.
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thanks for the heads up on WinDirStat
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