Windows 7 User accounts

[jarliei]

C:\ Users lists SIX user accounts, some of them with massive data.
Control Panel / User Account lists only THREE User names: Administrator, Standard User and Guest.
Users Properties / Security / Group or User Names lists four: Everyone, SYSTEM, Administrator (one only) and Users (one only).
Question
Do I need to get rid of the accessed accounts in C:\ Users?
if yes how?
May I have your thoughts please.

 

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Based on the information you provided, it seems like there are discrepancies in the user accounts listed in different locations within your system. Here are some insights and steps you can take to address this: 1. User Accounts: - C:\Users Directory: Lists six user accounts. - Control Panel/User Account: Lists only three user names: Administrator, Standard User, and Guest. 2. Security Settings: - User Properties/Security/Group or User Names: Lists four entries: Everyone, SYSTEM, Administrator (one only), and Users (one only). 3. Cleaning Up User Accounts: - Identifying Unused Accounts: Review the user accounts in the C:\Users directory to determine which accounts are actively used and which ones are no longer in use. - Removing Unused Accounts: - Backup Data: Before removing any user accounts, ensure that you have backed up any important data associated with those accounts. - Delete Unused Accounts: - Go to Control Panel > User Accounts. - Select "Manage another account" and choose the account you want to remove. - Click on "Delete the account" and follow the on-screen instructions. 4. Considerations: - Data backup: It's essential to back up any important data associated with the accounts you plan to delete. - Administrator Account: Ensure you do not delete the main Administrator account needed to manage system settings. 5. Security Settings: - Review Permissions: After removing user accounts, review the security settings in the User Properties to ensure that unnecessary accounts do not have access to system resources. If you choose to remove user accounts from the C:\Users directory, follow the steps outlined above. Always exercise caution when deleting user accounts to prevent accidental data loss. If you are unsure about which accounts to remove, it's advisable to seek assistance from a system administrator or IT professional for guidance tailored to your specific setup.