How do I get rid of Windows messenger?

[foxmulder]

OK I give up

this is probably a stupid question but how do I get rid of Windows messenger?

also can I prevent it from starting at boot up without deinstalling it?

Thx

 

[David]

There is a thread on uninstalling it about here somewhere.

Try using msconfig and editing your startup list - that will prevent it starting at boot time.

 

[WyrmMaster]

You should be able to kill it using add/remove programs and the windows components tab.

 

[David]

I think it is often hidden from the control panel - removing MSN is mentioned in a thread in 'other software'.

 

[Executor]

you have to fix the sysoc.inf (this works in xp) remove "hide" then you can remove the program from add/remove programs

 

[Cooler666]

I have tried all those methods and every other method to get rid of that crap, this is the only thing which works and its great, download it here:
http://www.xp-antispy.de/index.html

 

[foxmulder]

I finally did it

Thanks so much for your help

win XP anti spy rocks!

 

[JCA]

I just deleted the directory it was in. No muss, no fuss -- No errors either, which was unexpected, and cool