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[neye_eve]

spit, glad that you're getting somewhere...

those hidden folders are where the IE temporary files are kept. And yes, for the people that I know that insist on using systemworks, they've pointed at problems with the delete-protection aspect of it slowing things down and otherwise mucking up the system. I can't make this claim from first hand knowledge though, as I've always avoided that.

as far as antivirus subscriptions, by using avg from http://www.grisoft.com (personal edition), you get your updates automatically with no $$$ subscription, and it will scan every night.

again, good luck with that machine,

neye