Save Space? Delete old Windows7 Update Files?


  1. Posts : 58
    Windows 7 64 Bit
       #1

    Save Space? Delete old Windows7 Update Files?


    I know update files can take up space over time. Im using windows 7 ultimate 64 with all current updates...

    Are the size of these files worth deleting?
    Are they safe to delete?

    just a quick question. Thanks.
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  2. Posts : 5,056
    Windows 7 x64 pro/ Windows 7 x86 Pro/ XP SP3 x86
       #2

    The folder called "Download" in C:\windows\Software Distribution acts as a temporary holding place for windows updates, you can safely delete its contents. Depending on the size of the patches MS releases and how long you've let accumulate, its size can run into several hundred MBs. I normally empty it once a month or so.
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  3. Posts : 58
    Windows 7 64 Bit
    Thread Starter
       #3

    Bill2 said:
    The folder called "Download" in C:\windows\Software Distribution acts as a temporary holding place for windows updates, you can safely delete its contents. Depending on the size of the patches MS releases and how long you've let accumulate, its size can run into several hundred MBs. I normally empty it once a month or so.
    Thanks good info. Are there any side effects or draw backs to this?
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