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Windows System32 Folder: What it is and why you should not delete it

The System32 Folder is a core folder in Windows OS. It contains important operating system files and folders that are necessary for the smooth functioning of your system. If this folder gets deleted ...
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I deleted system32 so you don't have to, and here's what actually happened

If you have been using Windows for a while, you are likely familiar with the System32 folder. It is located in the C:\Windows\System32 directory and was introduced back with Windows 2000 (remember ...
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Tech Tips: Should you delete System32 folder & retrieving Facebook data

My computer’s storage is getting nearly full, and I thought I would clear some space by removing stuff I don’t need. I ran across a very large folder named System32 — it’s just chock full of stuff ...
Ars Technica

Is it safe to delete all files in the \system32\Catroot folder?

I am having trouble intalling updates, and get the "Failed to install catalog files" popup message. Microsoft's solutions are here: What does it mean by tmp*.cat? Does it mean every single file that ...
Ars Technica

How to delete files in System32 in XP Pro.

I'm trying to delete some files I know I'm not using out of the System32 directory. Windows lets me delete them no problem, but then promptly puts them back. I know I've heard of how to fix this, I ...