I have always thought it a little pointless partitioning a single HDD if it fails the whole drive fails. Far better to have a smaller boot drive for OS and programs with a bigger secondary for everything else.

It is actually quite simple.

I assume you are referring to special folders such as Documents, Pictures, Video, etc...

Right-click the special folder, chose properties, select the location tab, there you'll see the button to change the location.

But now the trick to avoid you getting double folder entries.

When you select a location let say d: and you click apply, you will be asked if you want to move the files that are present in the default folder.

Always chose yes, even if you think there's nothing in them.

That's it basically.

The idea is you can repair Windows or re-install more easily if you get problems.

In practice it never is 'easy'.

Yes, manufacturers could explain better. But users should have some responsibility to have or gain some knowledge.

You wouldn't expect a Car Handbook to tell you how to fill up with Petrol. (of course there should be a note saying what type of fuel to sue).

I consider external backup drives to be essential these days as mentioned.

If a computer user does not have one they are inviting disaster within say 5 years. (a second computer can be used as a backup drive, space permitting)

On-line backups/multiple DVDs can be used for most important documents.

But really a USB 2nd drive is the most convenient.

R&D Cost is the major factor I would think. Someone has to decide the system configuration. Someone has to write the user manuals.

Meanwhile, the market is moving. You have to get product out of the door.

And you can't make a system suitable for everyone.

You suggest 30-40GB. I would suggest 60-90GB. Someone else would want another size.

Hi, I was going to reply earlier saying I'll post a video to try and help people in future, however forgot to press send lol.

Here is the video which explains how to change the defaults in library, which I hope will assist your friend.

If you want any other videos please let me know.

Change Windows 7 libraries default save