HT203172: Mac OS X: Disk Utility's Repair Disk Permissions messages that you can safely ignore

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Mek108
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Q: After I did a "repair disk permission" on my Mac, do I clear history ?

I am having problems with my Mac running slow. I had a friend guide me to run a "repair disk permission".   I did that but I am not sure if I am to click clear history.   Also should I do anything else to help my Mac run better?   Thank you

iMac, Mac OS X (10.6.8)

Posted on Jun 12, 2012 4:28 PM

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Q: After I did a "repair disk permission" on my Mac, do I clear history ?

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  • by Ralph Landry1,Helpful

    Ralph Landry1 Jun 12, 2012 4:32 PM in response to Mek108
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    Jun 12, 2012 4:32 PM in response to Mek108

    Clearing history and cache gets rid of stuff some software may have to sort through.  That takes off some load but also means cached items are not available to speed that look up.  Most think it helps to periodically clear out the history and cache.