It's used by Windows Update mechanisms. If you aren't in the middle of installing updates, it's usually safe to delete (although I recommend just keeping it in your Recycle Bin for a while just in case something goes wrong and you need it back).
What is the function of the "Tracing" folder/directory in Win7 HP ?
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I was deleting some stuff out of my documents folder in windows explorer and noticed a folder labeled "Tracing" - is this a systems file (although I believe my system files are hidden) or something that got installed with some program I installed?
What is it's function, and, is it safe to delete?
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Anonymous
2011-04-04T00:20:35+00:00