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The thread is a brief reminder about routine PC maintenance to keep Windows systems running smoothly, emphasizing daily “minimum household chores” such as clearing Internet Options, running CCleaner, and using an aggressive disk cleanup. It also questions the practice of shutting the PC down frequently, noting that Windows updates and security scans (e.g., MSE/Windows Defender and related tasks) typically run at night only if the machine is left on or asleep. Overall sentiment is helpful and practical, focused on prevention and consistent maintenance.
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I know I have a paper I wrote in here somewhere called "Best Practises" w/ heaps of good stuff to follow.

Just thought I mention/remind that there are 3 basic things do to, @ least daily, that are suggested as minimum household chores:

1. Internet Options - Delete & Delete

2. CCleaner

3. Disc Clean 'on steroids'

Helps keep the machine humming along nicely.

And things like Windows Updates & MSE or WD happen, by default, @ night BUT, only if the machine is ON or Asleep. You may be screwing yourself if you keep shutting the machine off all the time.

Cheers,

Drew

 

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