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    Recurring folder on desktop

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Woodwards Friend, Sep 20, 2007.

  1. Woodwards Friend

    Woodwards Friend Notebook Enthusiast

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    About three weeks ago I created a folder on my desktop entitled "Music" and later moved that folder off the desktop. Since that time, Windows insists on adding a "Music" folder to my desktop. It's become a game between me and the computer, it creates the empty folder and I delete it only to repeat the process. How do I convince Windows (Vista Business) to stop creating the nuisance folder?
     
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    phule103 Notebook Consultant

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    I'd be interested too. I have been deleting the d/l of the WIC demo from my desk top for a week now.
     
    phule103, Sep 21, 2007
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    skree358 Notebook Consultant

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    Try to check if there are hidden files on it. Most likely, there could be a worm or virus trying to replicate that folder. I also had the same problem in one of the external storage drives. I found out that there is a hidden file on it. I tried deleting it, but after browsing the drive again, the folder reappears. Unfortunately, I have to backup the files, and reformat the entire drive.
     
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    AKAJohnDoe Mime with Tourette's

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    It could have installed itself into the Desktop of both your user and the Default or All Users Desktops. Try searching for it on your C: Drive, including hidden and system files.
     
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    phule103 Notebook Consultant

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    I thought I had. I deleted the folders and contents. :confused: Obviously I must have missed something. I'll give it another shot.
     
    phule103, Sep 21, 2007
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    AKAJohnDoe Mime with Tourette's

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    On Vista, Right-Click on your Start Menu icon, choose Properties, go to the Start Menu Tab, Click Customize, Scroll down and Check Don't Display this Item for Music, perhaps?
     

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