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We have many files and folders on our PC. Some people delete unnecessary files and folders regularly, and others when the disk space is low. Whenever it may be, we see some files and folders that are ...

Sometimes you just know you want to delete a file that theres simply no reason for it to first temporarily be placed in the Recycle Bin. Sometimes you just know it would be silly to clog up your ...

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