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Deleting Programs
I am a Mac user, new to Windows.
I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl |
Deleting Programs
On Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:05:52 -0800 (PST), Carl wrote:
I am a Mac user, new to Windows. I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl Hi Carl: I use REVO uninstaller http://www.revouninstaller.com/revo_..._download.html As far as I kinow, it does exacrly that. If I'm wrong (and I'm no expert) I'm sure someone will soon set me straight. Cheers! __________________________________ johnn __________________________________ "God is dead" - Nietzsche (1844-1935) "Nietzsche is dead" - God |
Deleting Programs
On Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:05:52 -0800 (PST), Carl wrote:
I am a Mac user, new to Windows. I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl Hi Carl: I use REVO uninstaller http://www.revouninstaller.com/revo_..._download.html As far as I kinow, it does exacrly that. If I'm wrong (and I'm no expert) I'm sure someone will soon set me straight. Cheers! __________________________________ johnn __________________________________ "God is dead" - Nietzsche (1844-1935) "Nietzsche is dead" - God |
Deleting Programs
On Jan 20, 10:21*pm, johnn wrote:
On Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:05:52 -0800 (PST), Carl wrote: I am a Mac user, new to Windows. I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: *Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl Hi Carl: I use REVO uninstallerhttp://www.revouninstaller.com/revo_uninstaller_free_download.html As far as I kinow, it does exacrly that. If I'm wrong (and I'm no expert) I'm sure someone will soon set me straight. Thanks, Johnn. Searching I came across the REVO you suggested and another one called AppUpdater. Hope some other folks add their preferences/experiences with similar programs. Cheers, Carl |
Deleting Programs
On Jan 20, 10:21*pm, johnn wrote:
On Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:05:52 -0800 (PST), Carl wrote: I am a Mac user, new to Windows. I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: *Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl Hi Carl: I use REVO uninstallerhttp://www.revouninstaller.com/revo_uninstaller_free_download.html As far as I kinow, it does exacrly that. If I'm wrong (and I'm no expert) I'm sure someone will soon set me straight. Thanks, Johnn. Searching I came across the REVO you suggested and another one called AppUpdater. Hope some other folks add their preferences/experiences with similar programs. Cheers, Carl |
Deleting Programs
It's common - in the Windows world, at least - for programs to leave
behind some files and folders after they are uninstalled. Many people uninstall a program only to re-install it right afterwards. This might be done if the program stops working properly. Rather than forcing the user to re-configure the program when it is re-installed, certain configuration information is left behind. If you have no intention of using the uninstalled program again - or if you prefer to configure a re-installation from scratch - you are free to delete the leftovers. The leftovers in your case are your Firefox profile. --- Leonard Grey Errare humanum est Carl wrote: I am a Mac user, new to Windows. I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl |
Deleting Programs
It's common - in the Windows world, at least - for programs to leave
behind some files and folders after they are uninstalled. Many people uninstall a program only to re-install it right afterwards. This might be done if the program stops working properly. Rather than forcing the user to re-configure the program when it is re-installed, certain configuration information is left behind. If you have no intention of using the uninstalled program again - or if you prefer to configure a re-installation from scratch - you are free to delete the leftovers. The leftovers in your case are your Firefox profile. --- Leonard Grey Errare humanum est Carl wrote: I am a Mac user, new to Windows. I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl |
Deleting Programs
At least you tried to uninstall the software. Some users just delete the
files which causes problems; not the least having to re-install to do a proper uninstall. I'm not sure if the uninstall which comes with some software is any more efficient than the Windows 'Add remove software': I've not found any real difference. You may also find references to uninstalled software will remain in the Registry. If you're that bothered a registry cleaner should do the job but be cautious. Bill Ridgeway "Leonard Grey" wrote in message ... It's common - in the Windows world, at least - for programs to leave behind some files and folders after they are uninstalled. Many people uninstall a program only to re-install it right afterwards. This might be done if the program stops working properly. Rather than forcing the user to re-configure the program when it is re-installed, certain configuration information is left behind. If you have no intention of using the uninstalled program again - or if you prefer to configure a re-installation from scratch - you are free to delete the leftovers. The leftovers in your case are your Firefox profile. --- Leonard Grey Errare humanum est Carl wrote: I am a Mac user, new to Windows. I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl |
Deleting Programs
At least you tried to uninstall the software. Some users just delete the
files which causes problems; not the least having to re-install to do a proper uninstall. I'm not sure if the uninstall which comes with some software is any more efficient than the Windows 'Add remove software': I've not found any real difference. You may also find references to uninstalled software will remain in the Registry. If you're that bothered a registry cleaner should do the job but be cautious. Bill Ridgeway "Leonard Grey" wrote in message ... It's common - in the Windows world, at least - for programs to leave behind some files and folders after they are uninstalled. Many people uninstall a program only to re-install it right afterwards. This might be done if the program stops working properly. Rather than forcing the user to re-configure the program when it is re-installed, certain configuration information is left behind. If you have no intention of using the uninstalled program again - or if you prefer to configure a re-installation from scratch - you are free to delete the leftovers. The leftovers in your case are your Firefox profile. --- Leonard Grey Errare humanum est Carl wrote: I am a Mac user, new to Windows. I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl |
Deleting Programs
"Bill Ridgeway" wrote in message
... snip You may also find references to uninstalled software will remain in the Registry. If you're that bothered a registry cleaner should do the job but be cautious. Take cover, everyone! ducks |
Deleting Programs
"Bill Ridgeway" wrote in message
... snip You may also find references to uninstalled software will remain in the Registry. If you're that bothered a registry cleaner should do the job but be cautious. Take cover, everyone! ducks |
Deleting Programs
"Bill Ridgeway" wrote
in message ... snip You may also find references to uninstalled software will remain in the Registry. If you're that bothered a registry cleaner should do the job but be cautious. Take cover, everyone! ducks LOL! |
Deleting Programs
"Bill Ridgeway" wrote
in message ... snip You may also find references to uninstalled software will remain in the Registry. If you're that bothered a registry cleaner should do the job but be cautious. Take cover, everyone! ducks LOL! |
Deleting Programs
Carl has brought this to us :
I am a Mac user, new to Windows. I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl Carl, the best way to remove a program completely, is to monitor the installation when you first install it. The two programs below do just that and will in most cases completely remove it or in the case of Total Uninstall, show you a list of the files and registry entries that it could not remove. Total Uninstall (The last freeware version (I still use it) can be downloaded from he http://www.321download.com/LastFreew...al%20Uninstall I just came across this one the other day, and it not only will monitor your installation, but will give you a choice, when you uninstall a program, of completely uninstalling it or keep a reinstall record so that you can reinstall it if change your mind and want it back (kind of neat) It's a definite keeper for me. AShampoo Magical Uninstall http://www2.ashampoo.com/webcache/ht...0803___USD.htm Although it is freeware at the moment, it may not continue to be so. I would get a copy now while it is still available. This one requires registration, but the entire process takes only a minute or two at the most(I wouldn't use my primary email address though, because these type of offers usually result in a bombardment of emails promoting there different products) Note: So far, for me, Magical Uninstall has performed an install, uninstall and reinstall of the applications I tested flawlessly. Hope this helps you out. Enjoy! -- Zo Bo knows Taglines! |
Deleting Programs
Carl has brought this to us :
I am a Mac user, new to Windows. I removed Firefox from Windows XP Home by using the Add or Remove Programs control panel. Afterward, when I do a search for Firefox, I come up with three folders: Components, Defaults, and Plugins. May I just right click on these and delete them? Why are they not deleted by the Add or Remove Programs control panel? Is there some Program I could download, as there is for the Mac, that will, when you use it to delete a program, safely delete every file associated with that program? Many thanks, Carl Carl, the best way to remove a program completely, is to monitor the installation when you first install it. The two programs below do just that and will in most cases completely remove it or in the case of Total Uninstall, show you a list of the files and registry entries that it could not remove. Total Uninstall (The last freeware version (I still use it) can be downloaded from he http://www.321download.com/LastFreew...al%20Uninstall I just came across this one the other day, and it not only will monitor your installation, but will give you a choice, when you uninstall a program, of completely uninstalling it or keep a reinstall record so that you can reinstall it if change your mind and want it back (kind of neat) It's a definite keeper for me. AShampoo Magical Uninstall http://www2.ashampoo.com/webcache/ht...0803___USD.htm Although it is freeware at the moment, it may not continue to be so. I would get a copy now while it is still available. This one requires registration, but the entire process takes only a minute or two at the most(I wouldn't use my primary email address though, because these type of offers usually result in a bombardment of emails promoting there different products) Note: So far, for me, Magical Uninstall has performed an install, uninstall and reinstall of the applications I tested flawlessly. Hope this helps you out. Enjoy! -- Zo Bo knows Taglines! |
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