Used G5 minimal hard drive space
Just bought a used G5 single processor with an 80 gig drive but found there's only 50 available even though the only major software on the machine is CS Photoshop and Microsoft Word. Where's my extra drive space and how do I get it back without reformatting (I don't have the original PS CS or MSW disks)?
Hi, Larry, and welcome to the Discussions!
I'd look in the user folder (or user folders, if there are multiple users set up) to see what's in there. Use Get Info to see the folder sizes being used. Likely space hogs might be found in the Movies, Music, and Pictures folders. The Documents folder might also be loaded with junk, including the downloads folder. Also do a Spotlight search for a folder named Previous Systems, which you should look at if there are any, and delete them if you don't need anything there (if you're unsure, back them up to disc). If you don't find large amounts of files to trash, then download and run WhatSize to see what is taking up your space.
Off-topic... I don't know where you got the Mac, but if the admin accounts are active and depending how your Sharing and other preferences are configured, be aware that it's possible that your Mac could be accessible by a third party while it's connected to a modem. Also, if the original owner retained possession of the PS CS and Word software discs, you might look into the legality of using these programs. Most licenses require physical transfer of the original software as part of the agreement.
Gary
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Thanks~!Hello melbernai,
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