disk cleanup

Microsoft's acknowledgment of a significant bug in the Windows 11 24H2 update process has got users buzzing—and not in a good way. The troublesome issue revolves around the operating system's native Disk Cleanup tool, which inaccurately reports that 8.63 GB of upgrade data cannot be removed...

Upgrading to the latest version of Windows often comes with the promise of enhanced features, better performance, and a fresh user experience. However, these benefits can quickly be overshadowed by a rather inconvenient side effect: lost storage space! After an in-place upgrade to Windows 10...

Have you noticed your Windows 11 machine feeling a bit cramped after updating to the 24H2 version? Don't hit panic mode or check your math skills—you're not miscalculating available storage. It turns out there's a widespread bug in the latest update that leaves a surprising 9GB of occupied space...

If you've recently jumped onto the Windows 11 24H2 train, you might have noticed a peculiar hitch along your digital journey: an undeletable 8.63GB cache that has taken residence on your hard drive. According to recent reports, this issue is tied to the latest update's use of "checkpoint...

With the recent release of Windows 11 version 24H2, users have encountered a puzzling situation regarding disk cleanup operations. Unlike previous iterations, where a quick cleanup post-update could free up gigabytes of valuable disk space, version 24H2 seems to be holding onto more than just a...

User experiences have echoed a note of frustration following the rollout of Windows 11’s 24H2 update: many are finding themselves unable to delete an astonishing 8.63GB of past update data. This may seem trivial at first glance, but when it comes to operating systems, especially one as expansive...

The arrival of Windows 11 24H2 has been generally positive, featuring fewer major issues than prior updates. Yet, a rather peculiar bug has emerged: an undeletable 8.63 GB Windows update cache that has been troubling users since the update's rollout. If you're scratching your head wondering how...

Introduction If you're working with a Windows 11 machine, you may have noticed it starting to bog down as junk files, unused applications, and various system updates pile up. It's a routine struggle: running out of space not only halts your ability to download new apps and files but can also...

In a landscape frequently marred by glitchy updates and malfunctioning software, Windows 11 users are once again facing an unsettling dilemma—a gap between expectation and reality that can leave even the most seasoned tech enthusiasts pulling their hair out. Reports have emerged that...

Removing unnecessary applications from your Windows PC can free up valuable resources and help maintain a tidy operating system. However, many applications often leave remnants behind even after uninstallation. These leftovers can clutter your system and possibly interfere with the installation...

Maintaining a clean and clutter-free C drive is essential for optimal performance on your Windows 11 system. As technology advances, so does the amount of software and data we accumulate on our devices. Over time, this can slow down your system and take up precious storage space. Many users may...

In today's digital age, maintaining a clutter-free Windows operating system is crucial for optimal performance and efficient use of storage. Regular cleaning not only ensures a sleek machine but also enhances system reliability. With Windows 10 and 11 housing potentially hundreds of thousands of...

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Hello Steam or I have messed up my SSD Drive. I have steam installed on 2 drives and after installing a new game, steam put it on the wrong drive somehow. After moving a folder using cut&paste suddenly i have no disc space left. The original Folder that was moved from C to C is gone, but i have...

The hard-drive used by my PC is an HDD with a total of 903GB of space. However, I currently only have 79.1GB of storage space left to use on it. I opened disk cleaner and let it run its check to calculate how much space I can free up, and it (eventually after a long wait) told me that disk...

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Hello I have a question i wilt try to make it as understandable as i can. I have 2 drives drive C SSD drive D HDD. In May I had my windows operating system reinstalled . There was a filed called file history which I saved on the D drive in there was desktop and pictures I found some picture in...

Hi all, I'm new to the forum. Basically I register mainly to ask this question. I have a older laptop with an older SSD where I installed Windows 10 (Version 21H1, OS Build 19043.1348) on drive C with the diligently maintained 10-12 Gb of free disk space. I rarely install anything new because I...

I want to remove the Windows.old file. I want to get rid of it before I make my System Image of the C:\ drive. It's 27.4 Gigabytes, and I'd like to not have to back it up. I don't need it, I have a System Image of the old drive already. I used to do it with Cleaner, but it doesn't show it as a...

Learn how to run a disk cleanup in Windows 10 including deleting temporary and system files to free up disk space. Continue reading...