cannot get get rid of downloaded application

peat

I downloaded an application called Desura by mistake, I cannot now uninstall it. Whether or not it is harmful I do not know.
When I try uninstall though Windows 7 Control Panel it appears to accept the command but nothing happens, when I try to repeat the command it says that the uninstall is working but nothing happens, this can go on for ages.
Can anyone suggest how to lose it?
I am not particularly adept at computer stuff so simplistic instructions would be appreciated.
Best regards,

Peat

Guardsman

In Task Manager Processes do you see desura.exe

rolymo_2

can you restore you computer back to before you downloaded the application ?
go to 'start'
'control panel'
'system and security'
'action centre - restore your computer to an earlier time '

withabix

http://windowsvc.com/bbs/board.php?bo_table=windowsvc&wr_id=20044&page=0

peat

I cannot see desura in task manager processes.
I have not tried a system restore
Withabix - means nothing to me!

T_T_2

Desura isn't harmful. It's software provided by a company that allows games downloaded straight to your pc rather than bought from a shop in a box. Much like Direct2Drive, Steam etc. so don't worry about it causing harm.

At the same time, if you want rid of it then that is fair enough. If you follow Withabix's advice. I know it looks complicated but it isn't. All you need to do is open the command prompt and copy the text in red into it.

To open a command prompt on Windows 7:

Click on the start button, all programs, accessories, Command Prompt.

Copy and Paste the red text from the link Withabix gave and run it.

peat

I don't think desura downloaded and installed correctly in the first place which is probably why it won't uninstall.
The further instructions on how to follow withabix's advice is very helpfull,
Cheers all