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    How can I get rid of this folder?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by mogger, Mar 27, 2010.

  1. mogger

    mogger Notebook Guru

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    On my external HDD i have 1 main folder called "pictures and videos"
    Now there is another folder that I did not put there.
    Its name is, "ba9d36942594a2a425cccf"

    I never created that folder, and I can't delete it. What is it? How do I get rid of it?
     
    mogger, Mar 27, 2010
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  2. KLF

    KLF NBR Super Modernator Super Moderator

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    Usually folders named like that are temporary folders resulting from Windows Updates. They should be removed automatically after update is installed, keyword being "should" :p
     
    KLF, Mar 27, 2010
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  3. pampum

    pampum Notebook Geek

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    http://www.filehippo.com/download_unlocker/

    Get this program. Trust me its pefectly good and you will cherish it for life :)

    It will allow you to delete files which are locked. Its pretty easy to usse you shoul be able to figure it out
     
    pampum, Mar 27, 2010
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  4. Joel

    Joel coffeecoffeecoffeecoffee

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    Yeah, they are usually temporary folders, or hidden folders. It will either disappear in time, or, it won't :)
     
    Joel, Mar 27, 2010
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