So I kept getting this notice saying my startup disk is almost full. I then downloaded OmniDiskSweeper to see what was taking up most of the space, and it said that my Previous Systems folder was taking up a lot of space. To be honest, I'm not sure what that folder is. Can I delete it, or is it important? Someone help! Thank you!
Startup disk is almost full!
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Mac OS X 10.2: How to Delete a Previous Systems Folder
Mac OS X 10.2: How to Delete a Previous Systems Folder
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Sounds as if you have done an Archive and Install with Tiger at some time. This saves former OS and applications etc in that 'Previous System' folder as you state.
Find it as suggested, go through it and if there is nothing there you want trash and secure empty trash. If you have problems emptying the trash do a reboot.
Find it as suggested, go through it and if there is nothing there you want trash and secure empty trash. If you have problems emptying the trash do a reboot.
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