Temporary Internet Objects/Downloaded Program files: I regularly clear the Temp Internet Files/cookies but never the Temp Objects/Program files. The reason being is that the 'last accessed date' is always showing the day I am viewing them. I was under impression that these were initially downloaded to the Temp file before being uploaded to a designated drive, ie C. If so, can these now be deleted? I did not want to do this if it meant that it would interfere with the day to day running of my PC/accessing certain programs. The Program files consist of such programs as JavaRuntimeEnvironment, ParallelGraphics Cortona, MessengerStatsClient, ShockwaveActiveX and others. Most say 'installed' and a creation date, but a few say 'damaged'. Apologies if this question is basic but appreciate any thoughts on this issue. Thanks - Keith-Shenstone

Hi Keith, ·What are you referring to when you say "but a few say 'damaged'?·Where exactly do you see this? Downloaded program files are ActiveX controls and Java programs that are downloaded automatically from the Internet when you view certain pages. These files are temporarily stored in the Downloaded Program Files folder on the hard disk. The "Downloaded Program Files" folder contains functionality that enables you to easily uninstall ActiveX controls. When this folder is deleted, a new "Downloaded Program Files" folder is created the next time Internet Explorer downloads new program files. However, the newly created folder does not contain the functionality to easily uninstall ActiveX controls. Controls that were deleted with the original folder are listed with a status of Damaged. These controls should be removed because the associated files have already been deleted. You can use built in Disk Cleanup Tool in windows which helps you clear unnecessary files from your computer's hard disk. Refer the below link: How to Automate the Disk Cleanup Tool in Windows XP:http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315246 Regards:Samhrutha G S - Microsoft Support.Visit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think.