Not only are our lives now completely reliant on computers, it seems like there is a seemingly endless flow of chores that we either should or have to do with the computers. An often overlooked but vital chore in keeping your computer running smoothly is to delete temporary internet files with a fair amount of regularity. It is not difficult to do, but can be very useful in keeping your system running at top speed.

Programs like windows actually record history of the things you do on your computer. These temporary files are stored so that they can be used later on. The reason is so that your computer can recall information faster by remembering where you have been before. The problem is that it puts a strain on your system's memory which can bring its performance to a screeching halt.

When you delete temporary internet files you are taking one of the most important steps to keeping your computer running fast and smooth. Here's why, as you surf the internet much of what you do is recorded. Websites continually download files and images to your temporary file folder, even when you haven't actually chosen to download a file. These files all take up space on your computer. As you well know, the more space that is taken up on the memory of your computer, the slower your PC will become. By deleting these temporary internet files often, you will keep your computer running more reliably and at top speed.

The simplest method is to open your browser and choose "internet options" from your "Tools" button on your toolbar. You will have options for both "clear history" and "delete temporary files". It is also a good idea to choose how long browser history and temporary files are stored. A daily purging is probably the best idea.

Remember that deleting a file doesn't actually erase it from your computer right away. What happens is the computer just stops looking at it. By ignoring it the computer runs faster but the file is actually still there until that spot on the hard drive is needed for something else and the file is overwritten.

If all you are interested in is speeding up your machine that is fine, if you are interested in immediately and permanently erasing that file from your hard drive you will want to invest in file erasing software.

Joel King has developed many strategies for passionately protecting his privacy. One of the most critical is to prevent monitoring and recording internet browsing. His comprehensive techniques will help you to completely and permanently delete temporary internet files