I know that OS X does defraging on the fly for smaller files. However, if I want to force defragging for the whole hard disk, is there an OSX application for it? Pls. don't say Norton, I just don't trust Norton anymore. :)
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Nortons is very bad. You can use Tech Tools Pro.
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DiskWarrior or TechTools Pro have it. When you consider how long it takes to defrag a large hard drive, and the problems that *may* occur just by using such software, I find it safer, faster and more rewarding in the long run just to back everything up, erase the drive and reinstall everything.
I do this about twice a year and my machine always runs smooth as silk. Plus, the added benefit of cleaning house of all the trial apps, stray prefs files, and other garbage I don't want anymore get tossed because I only end up reinstalling the apps I use.
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I'm not a fan of defragging under OS X with 3rd party apps. If I'm experiencing such poor performance that I think defrag will help, I'd sooner to a clean install.
... like Apple says...
Alec
Spoken like a true Apple Authorized Repair Representative! :wink:
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point taken, i guess i'll wait till my reinstall rather. thanks everybody!
I would avoid Norton, but give Disk Warrior a go. I find it very good.
If you have a friend that has it, boot you laptop into Target mode and get him to repair the drive.
Will
What is everyone's beef with Norton? I've used it a fair bit and never had any issues. Is there something I should be aware of?
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Yep. Norton sucks because their program is no longer necessary for OS X. In fact, they've even discontinued support and development for Norton Utilities for the Mac. It's only available now for the PC.
I would recommend using your system boot disk to "Repair" your disk. It is enough for almost any problem that might arise. And if you can, try to keep your hard drive as clear of data as possible because OS X performance depends a great deal on virtual memory (using hard disk space to compensate for lack of ram.) Well, depends is a strong word.
:)