Windows 10: WCF Tracing File deletion

There is a WCF Tracing file on one of our servers in C:\ProgramData that is 44GB.


It was not set up by me, but by a predecessor, I assume. My lead IT Admin and I are searching for answers as to whether or not we can delete that file and not screw up the server. We both understand that it is associated with a service and should probably disable the service prior to deletion.


There is obviously a Listener associated with the tracer, but I've no way of knowing what it is listening for/to.


Bottom line, can we simply delete that log and not harm the service? Or should we just disable the service, then delete it?


Reason being is that it is hogging almost half of the hard drive, preventing us from updating/upgrading software that is vital to our company's operations and security.


Thanks in advance.

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Traces

Trace malware is a detection which typically indicates harmless pieces of leftovers also known
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Malware.Trace detection is just another name used by Malwarebytes, SUPERAntiSpyware and other security vendors for trace malware.

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Files ZAM.. try to delete but files remain. These are TRACE files

I try to delete ZAM... files but they remain. These are trace files. administrator ID?

 

deleting hard drive files

Hi,

May we know what type of file are you trying to delete? Would it be Office documents, media files, or picture files? If you're trying to delete files for free some space on your device. We suggest to perform a Disc Cleanup. Kindly follow the steps below to
perform the task:

• Type in Cortana Disc Cleanup
  
• Choose the files to delete
  
• Click on "Clean up system files"
  
• Click on Ok
  

For any concerns, don't hesitate to get back to us.

Regards.