HI David and Lisa. I'm glad there is distinction. I find that it isn't necessary to delete cookies to maintain good computer performance, and actually would rather leave the cookies there as long as i can for automatic logins and automatic filling in of password fields. I also try to keep my history there as long as I can for the convenience of moving directly to visited links. Deleting temporary internet files including offline content, and just leaving the cookies and history alone, I have found doesn't do anything to compromise computer performance, except perhaps in exceedingly rare instances about once a decade, especially for the average user. So the take-home message for Lisa here is, at least from my point of view, that cookies and history can be left alone unless you have a specific reason for deleting them, which usually is terribly rare for me and never involves a computer performance problem. Temporary internet files, including offline content, should be deleted regularly to maintain the best internet experience possible on your machine.
Tony Hernandez ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Griffith" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <blind-computing@jaws-users.com> Sent: Wednesday, November 28, 2007 5:41 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] What is cache? Dear Tony Yes IE 7 does distinguish between these types of files. Sorry if this was not clear. Agree with your policy on clearing cache. In the UK in particular some of the shopping websites can be very unpredictable if you do not clear cache from time to time. The Tesco site - which is major in the UK - has dumped me out without warning and their technical support recommend regular clear out to avoid this problem in future. Regards David Griffith -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tony Hernandez Sent: Wednesday, 28 November 2007 22:10 To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] What is cache? HI Lisa. As David G said, cache is the same as your temporary internet files. I clear mine regularly too because sometimes a site will act really funny and not give you the latest version of a web page, but only use the cached version. Also, I clear my cache, including offline content, any time I make any online perchases. It keeps the web browser at its maximum performance and in my opinion at its best level of security. In I.E. 6, you go to tools, options, and on the general page you click on temporary internet files delete files. I check the box that says delete all offline content also,, and then I press ok. It's a good idea to get in the habit of doing that as part of your maintenance. David, does IE 7 not make a distinction between temp files, history, and cookies? I sure would hope not. Tony Hernandez ----- Original Message ----- From: "Lisa" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <blind-computing@jaws-users.com> Sent: Wednesday, November 28, 2007 12:04 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] What is cache? Hello everyone, Someone on another list that I'm on was talking about there computer running slow, and someone suggested emptying the cache. What is cache, and how would I go about clearing it? Also, how would I know if I need to clear it? I have never heard of cache before, so I figured it might be something that I need to add to my regular computer maintenance routine. I have windows XP home, and jaws 8. Any help with this would be greatly appreciated! Take care, Lisa Visit the Blind Computing List home page at: http://www.blind-computing.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/blind-computing@jaws-users.com/ To post to this group, send email to blind-computing@jaws-users.com To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Use the following form in order to contact the management team http://www.jaws-users.com/BlindComputing.php If you wish to join the JAWS Users List send a blank email to the following address: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit the Blind Computing List home page at: http://www.blind-computing.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/blind-computing@jaws-users.com/ To post to this group, send email to blind-computing@jaws-users.com To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Use the following form in order to contact the management team http://www.jaws-users.com/BlindComputing.php If you wish to join the JAWS Users List send a blank email to the following address: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit the Blind Computing List home page at: http://www.blind-computing.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/blind-computing@jaws-users.com/ To post to this group, send email to blind-computing@jaws-users.com To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Use the following form in order to contact the management team http://www.jaws-users.com/BlindComputing.php If you wish to join the JAWS Users List send a blank email to the following address: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit the Blind Computing List home page at: http://www.blind-computing.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/blind-computing@jaws-users.com/ To post to this group, send email to blind-computing@jaws-users.com To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Use the following form in order to contact the management team http://www.jaws-users.com/BlindComputing.php If you wish to join the JAWS Users List send a blank email to the following address: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
