Windows defender can be uninstalled in Windows 8?

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• Windows Defender turned OFF and I can't turn on. Is it because I have downloaded Windows Security Essential? If so, how can I uninstall Windows Defender, and then reinstall it.

  My Windows Defender turned OFF and I can't turn on.

  Is it because I downloaded Windows Security Essentials?

  If yes how can I uninstall Windows Defender from my computer because it does not show in the control panel

  Hello

  MSE disables by default the Defender

  and no you can not uninstall then reinstall the Defender

  It is part of the vista operating system

  read this information on the Defender:

  ·                         If you use microsoft security essentials avg avira mcafee norton etc they disable the vista version of windows defender by default

  the basics of Microsoft security has its own version of windows defender

  and other anti-virus programs use their own particular type of application to scan for spyware and malware

  It of nothing to worry and is the default action, which is designed for them to do

  and if you need to change startup programs read this information on the other methods of doing it without using defender

  using msconfig read this tutorial;

  How to use MSCONFIG in Windows Vista

  Here's how to use MSCONFIG in Windows Vista to disable some unnecessary programs that load automatically at startup

  http://netsquirrel.com/Msconfig/msconfig_vista.html

  and also try this program;

  This utility, which has a knowledge of auto-starting locations of any startup monitor, shows you what programs configured to run at system startup or login and that the entries in the order of processing windows. These programs include those in your startup folder, Run, RunOnce, and other registry keys. You can configure Autoruns to show other locations, including Explorer shell, toolbar extensions, helper objects to the browser, Winlogon notifications, auto and many start-up services more

  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb963902

• Firefox asked me to upgrade my sound system & in the process, I have installed a Zombie and I can't uninstall it in Windows 7 via my control panel. Prva Nice

  Firefox asked me to upgrade my sound system & in the process, I have installed a Zombie and I can't uninstall it in Windows 7 via my control panel. I expected more of Firefox as a privacy feature!

  Sorry to hear about this, you should always beware of the pop-ups - never open or install anything, unless it is on the official website. Firefox has built-in features (and extensions that you need to find and install) to protect your privacy and security, but all users must still be careful with their browsing habits. You can report malicious links to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center here: http://www.ic3.gov/complaint/default.aspx

  You can also report false web documents by clicking on:

  • Help > report false Web, or
  • 

    >

    

    > Report false Web

  Regarding your malware, please follow this guide:

  • http://malwaretips.com/blogs/zombie-alert-virus/

  After removing your malware, consider extensions such as Adblock Plus.

• My programs/features in WINDOWS 7 present two versions of Thunderbird, 24.5.0 & 31.0. Can I uninstall 24.5.0?

  For reasons I don't understand, I have two versions of Thunderbird installed on my computer. Can I uninstall the old version?

  List of installed Windows program is so notoriously inaccurate, there is software to fix it. You'd be better off getting one of those programs for fixer "list of installed programs.

• 13 Firefox is not compatible with Real Downloader, but I can't uninstall it using the window. How to uninstall?

  After turing off dom.ipc.plugin to "subject: config" I can see the video, but Firefox has become unstable. It crashes when I tried to download a program or open a site from time to time.

  I do not want to continue to use Firefox 13, but downgrade to a lower version (previous version), so that I can resume the video download with RealPlayer downloader.

  Problem: I'm not able to uninstall or remove Firefox 13 applying the tool "Uninstall a program" window. Y at - it another way that I can I uninstall Firefox 13? »

  Hello, this is a problem between the extension real downloader and the last update of the plugin adobe flash version 11.3, who brought architects in the plugin changes - decommissioning of your firefox version will not solve the problem.

  Please refer to the instructions in 11.3 Flash does not load video in Firefox and disable the safe_mode Adobe & reactivate dom.ipc.plugin accordingly.

  go to addons.mozilla.org to find an alternative to the true downloader to record video content on your pc: https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/search/?q=video+download

• Please help with uninstalling windows live photo gallery and windows live writer. I can't uninstall this from my add or remove a feature from the program. Whenever I try to install windows live essentials for xp, it fails due to errors due to the photo li

  I can't uninstall w.l.p.g. in Add or remove a program. The window appears and says "unable to find the program that created it. I think I need to remove all Windows Live completely from my computer before I can install the new windows live essentials for xp. Whenever I try to install windows live It fails.  the error for which says "hr:0 x 80070643" you have an older version of windows live photo gallery and it cannot be deleted. the version I have is 12.0.1347.0718. I was able to remove the high-end windows live essentials on my computer, but he left behind the photo gallery and Webcam live writer. I can't delete live writer either.  Please help thank you P.A.

  How to uninstall a specific Windows Live Essentials program
  http://windowslivehelp.com/solution.aspx?SolutionID=c861e66a-c839-47C4-a1d5-46b46121fb5d

  How to uninstall Windows Live Essentials (all programs)
  http://windowslivehelp.com/solution.aspx?SolutionID=64db5c80-85E4-49fe-BF07-cb08ffc5dd53

  You will find support for all versions of Windows Live Essentials uninstall/reinstalling in this forum: http://windowslivehelp.com/forums.aspx?forumid=a372972e-8e7a-4d85-adc3-a1b43e8c02ec

  ~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft

• Can I uninstall Windows XP and reinstall without losing data?

  I managed to destroy my XP installation so bad that I can't retrieve it using the original installation CD. can I uninstall and reinstall without losing all my backup files? Thanks for any help or advice

  Hi abbyhunt,

  See http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_xp-performance/how-to-format-a-windows-xp-computer-without-losing/654fe0ed-9e49-e011-8dfc-68b599b31bf5

• I can't uninstall RegWorks of my Windows XP? How to uninstall this program?

  I spent on this download RegWorks 29.95 and now I can't uninstall it. What should I do?

  Try this tool.

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  http://MajorGeeks.com/Windows_Installer_CleanUp_Utility_d4459.html Bruce Hagen MS - MVP [Mail]

• I can't uninstall windows live messenger from my computer at all. It also does not appear in Add/Remove programs. I have no programs and feature options.

  I can't uninstall windows live messenger from my computer at all.  It also does not appear in Add/Remove programs.  I have no programs and feature options.

  This may sound strange, but you need to do is to reinstall Windows live
  Messenger and then uninstall it again.
   

• Java, I can't uninstall java (TM) 7 update3 using the windows uninstall program what do I do?

  I can't uninstall java (TM) 7 update3 using the windows uninstall program what do I do?

  Hello

  1. what happens when you try to uninstall it?

  2 have you made changes on the computer before this problem?

  3. facing this problem with Java?

  I suggest that you run the patch from the following link and check the status of the issue.

  Problems with programs that cannot be installed or uninstalled.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/Program_Install_and_Uninstall

  You can also refer to:

  http://www.Java.com/en/download/uninstall.jsp

• I can't uninstall all of the programs on my computer. Also the windows updates do not install. Windows Vista Service Pack 2 for x 64-based systems (KB948465)

  I think I have problems arising from the Windows updates do not install it.

  I can't uninstall all the programs already on the computer - I get the message "Please wait while the current program is finshed uninstall or changed" on every single program.

  Also, anything with an authorisation button freezes as son as I click on it without the authorization window popping up. for example. the clock or the managed task advanced details.

  This has led to problems trying to install other software for example. I tried to install a game that failed, because the .NET framework 4 would not install.

  Help!

  Hello

  You can follow below link that can help you to solve your problem:

  Troubleshoot installing or uninstalling programs

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/Troubleshoot-installing-or-uninstalling-programs

  I suggest you follow the steps in the Microsoft KB article for your problem of update.

  How to troubleshoot Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 service pack installation issues

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947366

• Windows essentials is corrupted I can't uninstall in safe mode, what can I do?

  My computer won't stay in normal mode, it continues to break. He told me that the microsoft security essentials is corrupted and yet there is no sign of a virus on the system. I can't uninstall and restall the bulk of security in safe mode what can this problem otherwise to pay someone to come and fix it?

  Hello

  1st thing to try is the system in safe mode restore to before the problem

  http://www.windowsvistauserguide.com/system_restore.htm

  Windows Vista

  Using the F8 method:

  1. Restart your computer.
  2. When the computer starts, you will see your computer hardware are listed. When you see this information begins to tap theF8 key repeatedly until you are presented with theBoot Options Advanced Windows Vista.
  3. Select the Safe Mode option with the arrow keys.
  4. Then press enter on your keyboard to start mode without failure of Vista.
  5. To start Windows, you'll be a typical logon screen. Connect to your computer and Vista goes into safe mode.
  6. Do whatever tasks you need and when you are done, reboot to return to normal mode.

• How can I uninstall windows mail in vista,

  I am upgrading to Windows 7 32 bit vista sp/2. Y at - it another microsoft e-mail program to install because windows mail is not included in Windows 7? What is recommended in this case mail program? I can't uninstall Windows Mail, it is haulting the upgrade. I deleted all the other devices and programs outlined in the report of the Advisor upgrad.

  Hello

  You cannot uninstall windows vista messaging

  for a program of mail for windows 7 try windows live mail

  http://explore.live.com/Windows-Live-Mail?OS=other

  and for the installation of windows 7 issues please repost in forum windows 7 installation from the link below

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/Windows_7-windows_install?page=1&tab=all

• How to uninstall Windows Live Mesh Remote desktop. I can't uninstall it & it continues to send an error message?

  Remember - this is a public forum so never post private information such as numbers of mail or telephone!

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  How to uninstall Windows Live Mesh Remote desktop.  I can't uninstall it & it continues to send an error message?

  Hello

  What is the error message?

  If you have enabled Live Mesh Remote Desktop, you must be running Windows Vista as an administrator (a type of user account that allows full access to the computer,
  including the ability to install programs and manage other user accounts.) to uninstall the Live Mesh software.

  You can also post your query on the Microsoft Forums Live Community assistance as experts it will be in a better position to help you.

  Here is the link:
  http://www.windowslivehelp.com/

  Kind regards
  Afzal Taher - Microsoft technical support.
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• I can't uninstall Photosmart B209 on Windows 7

  I can't uninstall Photosmart B209 on Windows 7.  Disk and I tried Control Panel did not work.  Any suggestions

  Hey,.

  Have you tried running the uninstaller built into the temp for the B209 folder?  Try the procedure described below.

  1. run the disk cleanup on your computer

  2. download and run the software and the drivers below.

  http://h10025.www1.HP.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareCategory?cc=us&DLC=en&LC=en&product=3777182&

  3. once the download is done retrieve, cancel the download.

  4. press on the Windows key + R on the keyboard to bring up the run menu.

  5. tap folder in the field to run, and then click OK.

  6. Locate and open the folder starting with 7z (example: 7zS2356)

  7 open the Util folder

  8 open the CCC folder

  9. run the L4.bat uninstall_ for computers not HP.  For HP computers, run the Uninstall_L3.bat

  10. once the uninstall is complete, restart the computer

  11. install an Accessories\ System Tools Disk Cleanup

  12. download and install the latest version of Adobe flash player

  http://www.Adobe.com/support/flashplayer/downloads.html

  13 use this tool to clean the system and the registry.  Note: This utility is not HP sponsored or approved.  HP and I are not responsible for damage or loss of data caused by the utility.  This step is optional.   You can skip if you want.

  http://download.CNET.com/advanced-SystemCare/3000-2086_4-10407614.HTML?part=DL-6271865&Subj=DL&tag=button

  14 download the drivers and full software features

  http://h10025.www1.HP.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareCategory?cc=us&DLC=en&LC=en&product=3777182&

  15. run the download to reinstall the printer

  Some of the instructions are for a re - install and can be ignored if you just want to uninstall.

  So, if necessary try to launch the link below from Microsoft for programs that can not install or uninstall.

  Solve problems with programs that cannot be installed or uninstalled