Solved can i delete windows old after reinstalling vista 32 bit.

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naz2010

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Hi

I reinstalled vista and just done a full computer scan, and got an infection on a file called taskmgr.exe(no idea what that is) when i looked at file location i noticed it said windows.old. so im assuming that its the old version causing problems as my computer starts really slowly and some of the problems I reinstalled vista for are still there. so can i delete the old windows, and would it cause me any problems if i do that.

Thankyou in advance
 

My Computer

System One

Yes, you should remove windows.old, but be sure that you have all your documents etc. It is there to restore your documents etc. I will show you how to delete, with this great tutorial.
http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/240390-windows-old-folder-delete.html

The problem with your computer, if it does not improve after deleting .old), is that you should always do a clean install, not a upgrade or repair. In addition the virus has probably spread to your newly installed system.
http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/68767-clean-install-upgrade-vista.html?ltr=C

With that virus, I suggest a clean install with format.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Dell XPS420
    Memory
    6 gig
    Graphics Card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD3650 256 MB
    Sound Card
    Intergrated 7.1 Channel Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell SP2009W 20 inch Flat Panel w Webcam
    Hard Drives
    640 gb
    Cooling
    Fan
    Keyboard
    Dell USB
    Mouse
    Dell USB 4 button optical
    Other Info
    DSL provided by ATT
That is wonderful Nazz. so very glad that I could be of help.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Dell XPS420
    Memory
    6 gig
    Graphics Card(s)
    ATI Radeon HD3650 256 MB
    Sound Card
    Intergrated 7.1 Channel Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell SP2009W 20 inch Flat Panel w Webcam
    Hard Drives
    640 gb
    Cooling
    Fan
    Keyboard
    Dell USB
    Mouse
    Dell USB 4 button optical
    Other Info
    DSL provided by ATT
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