Disk space

[uncle al]

I have an ageing computer (20gb hard drive) and have 17gb used but cannot find where. I have checked all folders / prog files for excessive size to no avail.

Is there an easy way to trace this memory use?Simple terms please.

[simms]

You could try : start > programs > Accessories > windows explorer

Then click on the 'tools' tab at the top of the screen > choose folder options > choose the 'view' tab and see if 'show hidden files or folders' is checked. This might show up stuff which you had not noticed before.

[KebabMeister]

What operating system (OS) are you using?

[Gandy]

Open your search window and enter *.tmp  This will search for any temporary files that are clogging up your system.  Alternatively download disktective http://www.freebyte.com/disktective/  Run this app and it will show you where the free space has gone.

[Kerplunk]

Delete all your temporary internet files, this may free lots of space.

[ian.miller]

google treesize pro. stunningly usefull little app