Trying to remove 'old' system files after a re-install -

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Annie_M56

Hi Forum.After a recent re-install (which went badly due to an undiscovered hardware fault - now resolved) I was left with a whole bunch on Windows.old folders (about 5 versions) containing the old/failed Windows structures. I was able to delete all but the last 2. I have removed my own old files from the last 2, but the System files (Program, Common, Windows etc. folders) resolutely stay put. Try as I might these remaining files will not delete due to file & folder permissions. I have tried using the File Explorer delete options, but am prevented fom taking ownership, also

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