If you don't usually review dump files to troubleshoot problems, they are probably wasting valuable space – here's how to delete them on Windows 10.

You will have to open each of these folders and delete all archive files. These files will have a name similar to 00c58c1f-b836-4703-9bcf-c699ca24d285.

You can remove or delete Temporary Files in Windows 11/10 via Settings, Storage Sense, CMD, BAT file, Disk Cleanup Tool, freeware, etc.

The Windows 11 page file (pagefile.sys) acts as a form of virtual memory for the operating system, freeing up the physical RAM for higher priority applications, drivers, files, etc.

One way to reset your ability to delete system files is by rebooting your computer in Safe mode. Restart the computer, and tap the F8 key before Windows loads. Try to delete the file again. How to ...

More good news: you can also securely delete individual files. In this article we’ll look at open source software options for securely wiping hard disks, and secure file deletion. Delete Files and ...

Then I typed "fsutil reparsepoint delete <file name>" (without the quotes) then hit enter. I was then able to go back to the file and delete it normally. Not open for further replies.