uninstall norton / without download

[infinity11]

the last thing i want to do is download another program

how can i uninstall norton without it?

not possible?

thanks

[pbay]

Click on uninstall?

[infinity11]

although i am logged in as admin

some functions i am not allowed

including this one

[pbay]

https://support.norton.com/sp/en/us/home/current/solutions/kb20080710133834EN_EndUserProfile_en_us

[NeverSure]

You said you didn't want to download another program. I think you really should download the Norton removal tool from Norton.

LINK

The only other option I know of is to boot into safe mode and delete the programs file folder, and then run regedit from your start menu and search for every instance of Norton and again for Symantec and either delete all instances, or edit all 1's and change them to 0's.

Also check your browser add-ons and disable all instances of Norton or Symantec.

[IBoldnewguy]

There are program features that take over your admin rights if you are using windows.

1. If you are using Nvidia Graphics uninstall "Nvidia Update" in control panel/programs and features. (Useless since updates appear via windows update).

2. Windows Media Player Sharing Service which can be disabled in control panel/administrative tools/services. (This is only needed if you are using a file sharing media service).

This might get back your admin rights.

To uninstall an antivirus program you must turn it off. It will not uninstall while running. Usually right click your antivrus icon and disable.

There is a take ownership gadget which I have put on my PC & laptop = solves the problem of being able to delete or uninstall usless programs.

http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-vista/add-take-ownership-to-explorer-right-click-menu-in-vista/

Best regards...

Edited April 24, 2014 by IBoldnewguy

[henksteeghsth]

Use iobit uninstaller works always and cleans also the reg.

Free download great performance

[NeverSure]

I don't think it's that easy. Norton runs at least a dozen services and at least that many processes that won't go away with an uninstaller. They aren't named in a way that makes them easy to find in Task Manager, but they are there.

(Did I mention that I hate that suite?) Edit: Hey, what happened to the profanity I put in there?

You would have to boot into safe mode so that they wouldn't start. You could try typing msconfig at the start menu, go to the startup tab and delete:

[CcApp] "C: Program Files Symantec SharedccApp.exe"

[symantec NetDriver Monitor] C: PROGRA ~ ~ 1SYMNET 1SNDMon.exe

And then try uninstalling Norton. You'd still have to clean your registry manually. You might start with CCleaner for a first pass on the registry, but I still think you'd wind up manually searching for every instance of norton or symantec.

Why not just run the Norton Uninstall tool?

Edited April 25, 2014 by NeverSure

[Pib]

Gosh, I've used Norton 360 for years on 4 different computers...have uninstalled and reinstalled it numerous times with no issues. I just use the Uninstall function built into Windows.

[infinity11]

I don't think it's that easy. Norton runs at least a dozen services and at least that many processes that won't go away with an uninstaller. They aren't named in a way that makes them easy to find in Task Manager, but they are there.

(Did I mention that I hate that suite?) Edit: Hey, what happened to the profanity I put in there?

You would have to boot into safe mode so that they wouldn't start. You could try typing msconfig at the start menu, go to the startup tab and delete:

[CcApp] "C: Program Files Symantec SharedccApp.exe"

[symantec NetDriver Monitor] C: PROGRA ~ ~ 1SYMNET 1SNDMon.exe

And then try uninstalling Norton. You'd still have to clean your registry manually. You might start with CCleaner for a first pass on the registry, but I still think you'd wind up manually searching for every instance of norton or symantec.

Why not just run the Norton Uninstall tool?

First off why should i have to?

I loath to download and install anything for a number of reasons.

Why should i trust their uninstall download pgm if the original takes over my admin rights?

There is a constant annoying pop ups asking me to re-register/buy that will not go away, after much tweaking, they clearly are not interested in the customers user experience and peace of mind.

I might try revo uninstaller or whatever it is called or another because this one gets my goat. (pisses me off)

I actually have an old fresh uninstalled norton 360 disc and reg key i never used from years ago.

Just curious if it would still work/install though not sure i would want to.

[IBoldnewguy]

I don't think it's that easy. Norton runs at least a dozen services and at least that many processes that won't go away with an uninstaller. They aren't named in a way that makes them easy to find in Task Manager, but they are there.

(Did I mention that I hate that suite?) Edit: Hey, what happened to the profanity I put in there?

You would have to boot into safe mode so that they wouldn't start. You could try typing msconfig at the start menu, go to the startup tab and delete:

[CcApp] "C: Program Files Symantec SharedccApp.exe"

[symantec NetDriver Monitor] C: PROGRA ~ ~ 1SYMNET 1SNDMon.exe

And then try uninstalling Norton. You'd still have to clean your registry manually. You might start with CCleaner for a first pass on the registry, but I still think you'd wind up manually searching for every instance of norton or symantec.

Why not just run the Norton Uninstall tool?

First off why should i have to?

I loath to download and install anything for a number of reasons.

Why should i trust their uninstall download pgm if the original takes over my admin rights?

There is a constant annoying pop ups asking me to re-register/buy that will not go away, after much tweaking, they clearly are not interested in the customers user experience and peace of mind.

I might try revo uninstaller or whatever it is called or another because this one gets my goat. (pisses me off)

I actually have an old fresh uninstalled norton 360 disc and reg key i never used from years ago.

Just curious if it would still work/install though not sure i would want to.

I would suggest a good uninstaller such as revo-uninstaller from downloads.com - since I like to tryout freeware (I'm cheap but inquisitive) I always save a download to my downloads file - if I'm unsure of security I can right click the download file and run antivirus & malwares scans before actually running the program. Whenever I make a bad pick - I have the uninstaller to get rid of it.

One precaution is to always read each page before clicking next - usually there are options to uncheck any addn'l freeware - or the option to check it if you do want it - it's sort of a game to stay just ahead of the tricks.

Unfortunately, the internet is out to get us as well as help us (sort of like bad & good neighbors). There is no reasonable way to avoid the download/update of programs - that is how vendors correct their problems and users keep up with current innovations.

P.S. don't bother with that old disc - no PC wants an old disc in her slot. Good luck....