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When working with files, sometimes Windows divides the file information 
into pieces and stores them in different places on the hard drive. This is called 
fragmentation, and it is normal. In order for the computer to use a file, 
Windows must search for the pieces of the file and put them back together. 
This process slows the hard drive performance.

The Disk Defragmenter program organizes the data on the drive so that each 
file is stored as one unit rather than as multiple pieces scattered across 
different areas of the drive. Defragmenting the information stored on the drive 
can improve hard drive performance.

While the Disk Defragmenter program is running, do not use your keyboard 
or mouse because using them may continuously stop and restart the 
defragmenting process. Also, if you are connected to a network, log off before 
starting Disk Defragmenter. Network communication may stop the 
defragmentation process and cause it to start over.

In Windows XP, click 

, then select 

. 

- OR -

In Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows 98, double-click the 

 icon.

Right-click the hard drive that you want to defragment, then select 

. The System Properties dialog box opens.

For more information on defragmenting your hard drive, 
click Start, then select Help and Support or Help.