Uninstalling programmes

DCFC79

TakeThis wrote: »

?? Sorry, but what has this to do with anything? Clearly the OP downloaded some scamware on the same page. One of the reasons why I always provide direct links.
Also, even when using 'Slim Cleaner' we will have no idea of what has been done.
Better for us to do it from here than to rely on this shareware, the chance of the OP installing the wrong program(which has obviously occurred here, the chance of her accidentally installing the AVG ToolBar and hoping that she selects the correct options.

chill kiddo, i mis read something so harm in that

TakeThis

mart44 wrote: »

It isn't unusual for programs to offer a toolbar during installation. Nor is it unusual to have to look out for such things during installation. Not a mark of poor software in my opinion. A mark of free software perhaps because nobody wants to pay for it. Also, I've always thought Softpedia a reputable download site that doesn't offer scamware.

So how did the OP get the program indicated on to her computer?

Either way, I'm not suggesting that Slim Cleaner itself is bad. Just that it's an added complication to this growing thread.

TakeThis

DCFC79 wrote: »

chill kiddo, i mis read something so harm in that

So perhaps you can delete your post and also lose the patronising 'kiddo' post.
I'd like to keep this as a guideline to others in the same situation, rather than someone having to slog through a multitude of 'conversation'.

Anyway, a Merry Christmas to you.

mart44

TakeThis wrote: »

So how did the OP get the program indicated on to her computer?

Either way, I'm not suggesting that Slim Cleaner itself is bad. Just that it's an added complication to this growing thread.

That's OK. I just wouldn't want to be thought of as recommending duff software here. I don't suggest any software that I haven't installed and used myself. The thread is open for all to offer suggestions in. SlimCleaner Review by PCWorld:

http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/file/fid,199272-order,4/description.html

TakeThis

mart44 wrote: »

That's OK. I just wouldn't want to be thought of as recommending duff software here. I don't suggest any software that I haven't installed and used myself. The thread is open for all to offer suggestions in. SlimCleaner Review by PCWorld:

http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/file/fid,199272-order,4/description.html

It's also an inaccurate review, as it suggests that CCleaner does not have the facility to disable StartUp items.

Honestly, I wouldn't bother to install it.

mart44

Honestly, I would (and have) ..but it's all about choice.

TakeThis

mart44 wrote: »

Honestly, I would (and have) ..but it's all about choice.

We have this forum because people make a lot of bad ones... and I and others like myself help to pick up the pieces.

I'm not sure why you have installed the program in the first place. Seems like something for a relative novice.

So yes, you are free to make your choice. But my advice to the OP is not to bother.

emerald21

TakeThis wrote: »

We have this forum because people make a lot of bad ones... and I and others like myself help to pick up the pieces.

I'm not sure why you have installed the program in the first place. Seems like something for a relative novice.

So yes, you are free to make your choice. But my advice to the OP is not to bother.

Just got back in and read all the posts lol. I know how to uninstall programmes just didn t know which to uninstall really. I would think 87 is rather excessive lol. I guess i need to uninstall sim cleaner now as it keeps scanning everytime i switch on and i already have cc cleaner. Is it worth paying these people to clean up the pc, is that what people do ? Most of my knowledge of pc s is what ive learned off people really. Im a late starter.:)

mart44

Oh dear. The OP has come across as perhaps not knowing too much, which is why I suggested the program. The fact that I have it installed is more because I like to test/try out software rather than actually needing it. I research programs pretty well before saying anything about them and this one seemed useful for those not familiar with using msconfig or services.msc.

This is a good forum without a doubt. Believe it or not, I've picked up a few pieces for people myself over the years.

emerald21

mart44 wrote: »

Oh dear. The OP has come across as perhaps not knowing too much, which is why I suggested the program. The fact that I have it installed is more because I like to test/try out software rather than actually needing it. I research programs pretty well before saying anything about them and this one seemed useful for those not familiar with using msconfig or services.msc.

This is a good forum without a doubt. Believe it or not, I've picked up a few pieces for people myself over the years.

You re right there lol. Im a 55yr old who only started using pc s a few years ago. I can do what i want to do eg download music, make cds, photos, skype, msn e mails etc but when my laptops annoying me by being slow and ie stops responding every day i realise something needs to be done but i dont know what. I appreciate everyones help on here and have indeed managed to rectify some things by following what people on here have said.