Unknown file. Can someone please help


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    Unknown file. Can someone please help


    When I looked in my AppData/Local/Temp folder I found two files. They are similar in format. One of the is etilqs_5Q74OG4gsvnsTyR. Can someone please tell me what this file is for because i tried to open it and got a message that another application or user was using the file. What gives? Thanks in advance.
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    Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit 7601 Multiprocessor Free Service Pack 1
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    ndex477 said:
    When I looked in my AppData/Local/Temp folder I found two files. They are similar in format. One of the is etilqs_5Q74OG4gsvnsTyR. Can someone please tell me what this file is for because i tried to open it and got a message that another application or user was using the file. What gives? Thanks in advance.

    etilqs: Delete etilqs files that under C:\windows\temp ?

    Take a look there:)
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  3. Posts : 81
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    I guess what I am asking also, is it ok to delete these files?
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    Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit 7601 Multiprocessor Free Service Pack 1
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    I would say so, although if you want to play it extra safe, i would recommend moving those files somewhere. Then see how it goes, if it runs smooth for a few days, i would say its safe to proceed with deleting.
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    ndex477 said:
    I guess what I am asking also, is it ok to delete these files?
    YES.
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    Windows 10 Pro. 64/ version 1709 Windows 7 Pro/64
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    Karl give the best answer. Let me add a little. Temp = temporary. I have never known of a temp that couldn't be remove safely. Many are removed just by a reboot or a cold boot.
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    Layback Bear said:
    Karl give the best answer. Let me add a little. Temp = temporary. I have never known of a temp that couldn't be remove safely. Many are removed just by a reboot or a cold boot.
    Thanks, i learned something here as well:)
    So in the temp folder if i simply selected all and deleted it would be most likely safe?
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  8. Posts : 25,847
    Windows 10 Pro. 64/ version 1709 Windows 7 Pro/64
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    Just reboot and see if the folder is still there. I clean my temp several times a day. I use several methods but have never had a problem with any method.
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