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Is running Disk Defragmenter a quick and easy way to delete temporary Internet files that have accumulated on the hard drive?
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∙ 15y ago
No, the Disk Defragmenter does not delete any files. The defragmenter rearranges the existing files on the hard drive so they are contiguous, rather than scattered around your hard drive in multiple pieces. The software that deletes temoporary files and what not is called Disk Cleanup.
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What does disk defragmenter do when you open another application while defragmenter is running?
Disk Defragmenter is a very slow program on most computers so it is reccommended that you do not open programs while it is running, or else there is a high risk of crashing your computer. It makes disk defragmenter goes even slower, which would probablly result in crashing the computer.
Why should you run disk clean up before running disk defragmenter?
Removing unnecessary data from your hard drive allows the free space and remaining data to be defragmented more efficiently - there is not a lot of point in re-organising temporary/trash data. Removing the data after defragmentation will leave disparate 'holes' of free space amid the existing data, which can lead to further fragmentation when new data is written to the storage device.
When was the Internet up and running?
The internet is up and running when it doesn't need to be rebooted.
The system tool that rearranges files nd unused space on the hard drive so programs can run faster is?
It's called disk defragmenter. Windows has an in built disk defragmenter which I haven't found to be that good. Lot of times you would find that it starts from 0%. Primarily it is due to other programs running and accessing the disk. So a better tool that I've used and I'm quite satisfied is Piriforms Defraggler (http://www.piriform.com/defraggler) Try it out once and I'm sure you'd also like it.
Should you work offline when running disk defragmenter?
disk defragmenter pieces fragmented memory in the hard drive of the computer in question back together to speed computer performance. if u r trying to do this on a personal computer, then it doesnt matter at all. but u should run disk cleanup first or it may take awhile to defragment.
What are the advantages of a business running a temporary debt?
Running a temporary debt might not be most ideal thing a business has to do, but it does have its advantages. Maintaining ownership, tax deductions and lower interest rates are just a few reasons.
Can paging solve the problems of internal fragmention and external fragmentation?
By paging I am assuming you mean the page file which cannot be defragmented whilst you are running windows. therefore you need a defragmenter that perfomes an offline defrag. I assume too that is what you meant by external fragmentation. Companies like RAXCO, offer an offline defragmenter which does solve your problem assuming I have understood it correctly.
Under which circumstances would Microsoft's disk defragmenter run?
You should run defrag when you install or remove software. Or once every couple of months just to keep things running faster on your PC.
What are operating system tools?
Operating system tools are used to carry out certain tasks on your computer and keep your computer running smoothly. Tools include disk defragmenter, disk scan and disk cleanup.
Does bittorrent slow down your internet connection even when it is not running Anyone think torrent dowloading software slowed their internet connection down even when its not running?
Bittorrent likely will slow your connection down overall while it's running. However, if it's not running, it will have no effect on your internet connection whatsoever.
Running the Disk Defragmenter utility will?
Running the Disk Defragmenter can help take fragmented files and make them contiguous, thereby reducing the input/output operations when later accessing that file. It should be understood that recording a file to disk to not ensure that it's recorded in one piece. In fact, frequently files are recorded in several pieces. In order to then access that file requires that each piece of that file be brought up seperately. The effect of which can slow performance and can lead to other problems in severe cases.
What happenes when you try to run another program while Disk Defragmenter is running Why does this happen?
If you are running XP, while using the built in tool, make sure that no other program runs to interrupt its task,otherwise it may hang or restart. If you are running Windows Vista, its designed to defrag on its own and doesnt show a graphic or fragmentation visuals. Its however very slow and runs in low priority in the background. To be able to use the PC normally without conflicting with the defragmenter, you need to install a third party program like Diskeeper which can be run on automatic mode. It defrags silently even as you work.
