This is a simple, small, freeware applescript written for the express purpose of automatically getting rid of the Netscape "Cache ƒ" folder, and the "Global History" file.
Why?
Because I like Netscape to start new every time I load it up, and re-load every link in case changes have been made. By getting rid of the "Global History" file I also ensure that the links I used last time do not show up in Netscape as having been already visited. I usually run this script right after I'm done surfing with Netscape.
This is also useful for when Netscape slows to a crawl sifting through a million cache files it has created. Simply run the script, and it deletes the folder and creates a new one in it's place. Note that if you do this while Netscape is running, it will give you an error stating that the "Global History" file is still in use and cannot be deleted. No big deal - everything still works fine. Also note that if you simply delete the "Cache ƒ" folder and do not replace it, you get an error on the next startup of Netscape - this applescript takes care of that for you by deleting and re-creating the folder.
What you need:
System 7.5 or later. It will run faster depending on the machine that you own. You *can* run it on 7.1, but you will need a scriptable finder, and applescript installed. I do not know exactly where to get these items for 7.1, and will ignore requests for information about them. If you *do* have this information, please forward it to me, and I will include it in any other related releases.
Version:
Let's be serious. Almost anyone can create this using the Script Editor. I would, however, like to know how to search for files globally on the mac, using either type/creator, or the specific name. I would like to implement a version that gets rid of the Eudora log (after 3 months mine is around 300K) and other such things. If anyone can help me with this, it would be appreciated. Even a pointer to a good book on the subject would be fine.... those that write applescript, I would love it if you found a way to make my little program smaller than it is - tighter script, etc. I am open to any and all suggestions. Send any bugs or reported errors to the address above.
Final Notes:
I am not in any way associated with the Netscape corporation, etc etc. Leagalities, etc. Use at your own risk, etc. :-)
