Windows uses several directories, such as the C:\WINDOWS\TEMP directory, to store files (*.tmp, *.spc) intended only for temporary use. Over time, the number of files can build up and slow the operation of programs, such as print spooling. For Windows 98, ME, 2000, and XP, do the following activities to delete these files to increase hard disk space and reduce the time needed to access the hard drive.
  1. Close all open programs.
  2. Click Start , select Programs , select Accessories , select System Tools , and then click Disk Cleanup (see Figure 1).
  3. When prompted, select the name of a drive from the drop-down list. (Drive C:\ is normally the hard drive on a PC. However it may be both drive C:\ and drive D:\ if there are multiple hard drives, or if hard drive is configured for multiple logical drives.)
  4. Place a check next to the types of files to be deleted. It is always safe to delete temporary files, Internet files, and recycle bin files.
  5. Select OK to begin the cleanup. When prompted, click Yes to confirm the actions.
    Figure 1: Disk Cleanup Window

Method 5: Delete temporary files and directories - Windows 95
In Windows 95, temporary files (*.tmp) are stored in the C:\WINDOWS\TEMP directory. There is no utility to safely remove these file.
Actions should be taken by experienced users only
To delete these files, it is necessary to open a DOS command window , use the CD command to change to the c:\ root directory, use the DIR command to verify what type of files in the temporary directory, and use the DEL TEMP\*.tmp command to delete the files.
WARNING: Running these commands incorrectly may delete important files and could cause the computer to stop working. Do not perform these activities if you are not experienced using these commands.

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