

Third-party software uninstallers can do a more thorough job, quickly scanning your system for all installed programs, and letting you select several at once for removal.

It also doesn't always properly update the registry, either. While Windows comes with an "Add or remove programs" option, all too often you'll be presented with a message telling you that some components couldn't be removed, or the uninstall has failed.Īdditionally, even if the uninstall says it completed, Windows will often leave existing files, folders, and shortcuts in place meaning you have to delete these manually.
