The simplest and most direct way to permanently delete files or folders is by using the Shift + Delete keyboard shortcut.

I am trying to fix an HP Pavilion A610E, running WinXP SP3. The Recycle Bin icon on the desktop shows that there are files in it, and when I right-click it, it does give me the option to empty.

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