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TRYING TO DELETE DOWNLOADED SCREEN SAVERS,CANNOT FIND IN PROGRAMS --NEED HELP
TRYING TO DELETE DOWNLOADED SCREEN SAVERS,CANNOT FIND IN PROGRAMS --NEED HELP
- SCREEN SAVER DELETION1 person got this answerI do too
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Hi,
Delete a screen saver
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Delete-a-screen-saverHow to Uninstall Windows Screensavers
http://www.coolscreens.com/how_to_uninstall.htmlBest to uninstall them if you can :
Start - type in Search box -> *.scr find at top and Right Click on - DELETE
Hope this helps.
Rob - Bicycle - Mark Twain said it right.- Proposed As Answer bySpiritX Wednesday, November 04, 2009 9:58 PM
- Marked As Answer byChris.H - Support EngineerMSFT, ModeratorFriday, November 20, 2009 6:19 PM
- Hi,
looking for *.scr will show every screen saver on the system.
Well I specifically try to recommend what works well, is effective, and with the least impact on the system as
a positive benefit with the detection being level being the most important issue. That means I try out programs
as they come available, try to stay attuned of issues these cause, and then develop my plan for my personal
use and recommend what I use. Would be impossible to do that with a huge number of programs and others
have done that anyway.
Years ago I ran one of the largest private BBS systems (7 nodes) specializing in technical issues and I know
how much work it is to keep those type sites current and useful. Also it becomes more of a problem in
promoting one type setup that works without having to deal with a lot of motivation questions.
My main talent is as a troubleshooter, a fireman, and this venue allows me to do that and help others.
Rob - Bicycle - Mark Twain said it right.- Marked As Answer byChris.H - Support EngineerMSFT, ModeratorFriday, November 20, 2009 6:20 PM
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Hi,
Delete a screen saver
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Delete-a-screen-saverHow to Uninstall Windows Screensavers
http://www.coolscreens.com/how_to_uninstall.htmlBest to uninstall them if you can :
Start - type in Search box -> *.scr find at top and Right Click on - DELETE
Hope this helps.
Rob - Bicycle - Mark Twain said it right.- Proposed As Answer bySpiritX Wednesday, November 04, 2009 9:58 PM
- Marked As Answer byChris.H - Support EngineerMSFT, ModeratorFriday, November 20, 2009 6:19 PM
- Rob,
If Rich2489 doesn't find the unwanted screensaver in Programs and Features or Revo, he could try searching for it in the C:\Windows folder. That's where I had to 'hunt down' a screensaver called 'TwilightGL' Then I pretty much followed the instructions recommended in the second link you provided in your answer.
BTW, I was thinking, with your vast amount of knowledge, tips and useful info, you should consider compiling a list like the one Kit Y made of AV/AM Uninstallers/Cleanup Tools, but make it a comprehensive listing of Security Software. Hint Hint. It'd be nice (for me and other users) to have all your helpful links in one place :>)
Meow, Prrrr, Rar
|krittermattel| - Hi,
looking for *.scr will show every screen saver on the system.
Well I specifically try to recommend what works well, is effective, and with the least impact on the system as
a positive benefit with the detection being level being the most important issue. That means I try out programs
as they come available, try to stay attuned of issues these cause, and then develop my plan for my personal
use and recommend what I use. Would be impossible to do that with a huge number of programs and others
have done that anyway.
Years ago I ran one of the largest private BBS systems (7 nodes) specializing in technical issues and I know
how much work it is to keep those type sites current and useful. Also it becomes more of a problem in
promoting one type setup that works without having to deal with a lot of motivation questions.
My main talent is as a troubleshooter, a fireman, and this venue allows me to do that and help others.
Rob - Bicycle - Mark Twain said it right.- Marked As Answer byChris.H - Support EngineerMSFT, ModeratorFriday, November 20, 2009 6:20 PM
- Wow, I may have just learned more about you in three paragraphs than 4 weeks of Forum threads. Admittedly I'm ignorant to the business you mentioned running years ago, but can definitely agree that you've found a valuable niche here in MS Forums that benefits a LOT of folks.
Thanks for sharing :>) You can add 'mediator' and 'facilitator' to troubleshooter and fireman.
Funny thing. One of the social network sites where I have a webpage asks members 'Who are your Heroes?' My reply was, 'Anyone whose daily attire includes bunker pants, a flak jacket or ghillie suit!'
|krittermattel|
