The following procedure provides step-by-step instructions for uninstalling a program in Microsoft Windows. Depending on the version of Windows you are using, the process may differ slightly.
1. Click on the Start button located in the lower left corner of your screen.
2. Select Settings and then click Control Panel.
3. Click Add or Remove Programs.
4. Locate the program you wish to uninstall and select it by clicking it once.
5. Click the Change/Remove button.
6. A window may appear asking if you are sure that you want to uninstall the program. Click Yes to continue the process.
7. Follow the directions provided on the screen to finish the uninstallation.
8. Restart your computer to complete the uninstallation process.
9. You may be asked if you want to save any settings or data created by the program, select yes if so.
10. The program should now be completely removed from your system.
If you are using Windows 2000, there is a slightly different procedure for uninstalling programs:
1. Click on the Start button located in the lower left corner of your screen.
2. Select Settings and then click Control Panel.
3. Double-click on the Add/Remove Programs icon.
4. Locate the program you wish to uninstall and select it by clicking it once.
5. Click the Remove button.
6. A window may appear asking if you are sure that you want to uninstall the program. Click Yes to continue the process.
7. Follow the directions provided on the screen to finish the uninstallation.
8. Restart your computer to complete the uninstallation process.
9. You may be asked if you want to save any settings or data created by the program, select yes if so.
10. The program should now be completely removed from your system.