While working at a computer, I think you have come across the concept of temporary data more than once. It's time to find out where temporary files are stored , and what is the point of storing them.
The first thing to note is that many programs retain some intermediate information to speed up access to work. As an example, consider the operation of a standard web browser. This is a very clear understanding of the caching mechanism.
Cache (translated from British - a secret place) - a special repository of information from which temporary data is taken to reduce certain work operations. For browsers, the use of the caching method allows you to speed up the loading of visited resources and not clutter the communication channel with redundant packets of commands sent to the server.
Storage. Where temporary files of opera and other programs are stored
Everything is simple. Most of the created intermediate files are stored in the user profile folder in the Application data subdirectory . This is with regard to temporary application data.
The system cache is usually registered with the special variable% temp%, which maps the path C: \ Documents and Setting \ username \ Local Settings \ Temp (sometimes C: \ Windows \ Temp). As for applications, creating a system cache increases its speed.
As for programs, such as word, the cache also allows you to recover accidentally lost documents. Where are temporary word files stored? The creators of the program identified the Microsoft \ Office \ UnsavedFiles subdirectory in the Application Data folder (this clarification applies to windows xp).
But, as a rule, one does not need to go deeper into remembering temporary paths. Since accidentally lost information, most modern applications and utilities recover automatically. This applies to Microsoft Office software (word, exel, powerpoint), opera and other popular developments from different manufacturers.
Cleaning temporary contents
Of course, it is useful to know where temporary files of the system and programs are stored, but it is equally important to periodically clean the piled up content. Since the productivity of operations can drop sharply, up to the so-called "hangs".
When working with browsers, including the local Windows Explorer, it is often required to maintain the confidentiality of visiting websites or file folders. To do this, they have a special cleaning function. Among the deleted data is also temporary cache files - all kinds of fragments and interactive objects from the pages of visited resources.
Using Ccleaner and auslogic utilities
As already mentioned, a large accumulation of temporary content can slow down performance. And remembering where temporary files are stored for each program is too tedious.
Fortunately, there are cleaning methods with integrated software. First, consider the non-profit tool Ccleaner.
The utility can be downloaded on the Internet. A Russian version and explanations of it are also available there.
The first time the "Cleaner" block is activated. It has two tabs. The first allows you to select system temporary files for deletion, the second - application data from categories: browsers, flash players, office applications, archivers, etc.
The next block "Registry" allows you to scan the registry for errors and "garbage". All errors found can be cleared in turn or immediately. Before each change, it is proposed to back up the registry state.
For the auslogic utility, the task is performed in a single operation. The fact is that this software includes the one check button module. With it, you can configure the cleaning options, which include:
Clearing temporary system contents and programs.
Cleaning up invalid registry entries.
Check for logical and physical errors of the selected partitions.
Defragment selected partitions.
These steps should be performed at least once every two weeks to maintain optimal performance and speed. However, the tools described above are paid and allow professional diagnostics and optimize the settings of the operating system.