Windows 7--disabling windows explorer cache and thumb

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Windows 7--disabling windows explorer cache and thumb

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Did a search to no avail. Has the subject of disabling cache, thumb.db, and internet explorer temporary internet files been covered. If so, a reference please and if not perhaps a solution.



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I run CCleaner every night and it empties all those caches and many others.
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Post by Fred Shannon »

I run ccleaner also, but I thought there might be a way to preclude from having to clean it up daily you know. perhaps some software change etc.


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Fred Shannon wrote:I run ccleaner also, but I thought there might be a way to preclude from having to clean it up daily you know. perhaps some software change etc.


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You haven't identified the browser you are using. If it is Internet Explorer, under Tools > Internet Options, there is an Advanced option section where you can select to empty temporary Internet files when you close the browser.

If you use Firefox, the option is listed under Tools > Options > Privacy "Clear history when Firefox closes" > Settings. There is a check box to clear the cache, among other items.

If you use Google Chrome, go to Tools > Options > Under the hood > "Clear browsing data"
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Post by Fred Shannon »

all items mentioned are already complete before the problem. I've got MS support working on the mess. Thanks guys.


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