Over time, computers tend to accumulate random software and software bits. In a lot of cases, these programs are either no longer needed or nave been removed incorrectly, thereby leaving unwanted traces. A whilst generally, it is ok to leave such programs on the computer, by keeping the computer clean you can will potentially reduce the likleyhood of computer problems occuring down the track. Plus, cleaning your computer may allow it to run a bit faster, depending on what programs were installed previously then gotten rid of. The simple instruction below will tell you in quick and easy steps how to uninstall a piece of software correctly.

How to uninstall a program:

1. Click on “start”
2. Click on “Control Panel”
3. For XP, click on “Add/Remove a Program” / For Vista/7, click on “Uninstall a Program”
4. Find programs you wish to uninstall, (for XP click on “Remove” and for Vista/7, click on “Uninstall”)
5. Follow the on screen uninstall process by clicking buttons like “Next”, “Uninstall”, “Finish”, etc
   

Note: Some programs upon uninstallation will require a reboot of your computer
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