Delete STUBBORN files

Deleting unwanted files can sometimes prove to be almost impossible because of various factors. Instead of just letting these files be, it is better to take measures to get rid of them. Here I give you some techniques to do the same :-

1. USE TASK MANAGER
Using task manager to delete a troublesome file is one of the most common methods. First, make sure u have quit all other applications.
> Hold the key combination [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Del] to launch the 'Task manager'.
> Go to the 'processes' tab.
> Select 'explorer.exe' and click 'End Process'.
> Click "File | New Task",enter "command" and click 'OK'.
> In the command prompt, navigate to the folder which contains the file that you want to delete.
> Once you are in the folder, simply type 'Del' followed by a space and then the filename. (In case you are not that bright) For Eg:- 'Del UnwantedFile.txt'.
> Type 'Exit' and hit 'Enter' to close the prompt.
> In the task manager, click 'File | New Task'.
> Type "explorer.exe" in the textbox and click 'Ok'.

2. WINDOWS RECOVERY CONSOLE
The Windows Recovery Console helps administrators to recover their systems from fatal crashes and other problems. Make sure you have administrator privileges before proceeding with this one.
> Insert the bootable Windows XP CD.
> Click 'Start | Run'.
> In the command prompt, enter 'E:\i386\winnt32.exe/cmdcons' (where 'E' is the CD-ROM).
> The 'Windows Setup' dialog box will appear on your screen. This dialog box will contain brief information about Console. Click 'Yes'.
> The installation will complete automatically. After it completes, restart your machine.
> Select 'Windows Recovery Console' on startup.
> Wait for the files to be copied into your system.
> If you have windows installed on only one drive then enter '1' and press [Enter]. Else, select which installation of windows you want to start.

The next time window starts, Microsoft Windows Recovery Console (Phew!!) will automatically start. Use this console to navigate to the location where the file is stored and delete it.

3. DELETE WITH UNLOCKER
Unlocker is a free application that can safely get rid of files that refuse to be deleted. Using it various errors can be dealt with, especially file access denial, sharing issues and broken links. Here's how to go about it with its installation, configuration and usage (Finally) :-
> Visit the site here for free software, download and install it(Please don't ask how).
> Once the application is installed you will notice a tray icon called 'Unlocked Assistant'. Right click the file that could not be deleted and click 'Unlocker' in the context menu.
> Click 'Unlock' to automatically remove all the restrictions that keep you from deleting the file.

Once the file is unlocked you can delete it from the respective source. Unlocker also provides you with another option that enables you to kill the process.