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by bassgod45

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I have many unwanted programs on my computer (games mostly). The problem being when i go to add/remove programs half of them are not listed there. So how do I get rid of all these old programs I no longer use?

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by thechas

Start by checking the start menu for the program. Many have the uninstall as a line in the program's menu.

Next, look in the folder where the program is installed. There may be an uninstall program residing there.

Then, place the CD back intothe drive. A few programs run uninstall from the install menu from the CD.

Finally, system utility programs such as Norton Utilities, or OnTreck Fix-It have program removers that do a fairly decent job.

There are also a few shareware and freeware uninstall programs.
Check the utilities section of your favorite download site.

Chas

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