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[K. Yauger]

I want to remove Windows messenger. Can I? The constant
pop-ups reminding me to update my software are driving me
crazy.

Keith

 

[Mary Sauer]

Prompt Asks for Upgrade Each Time You Sign In to Windows Messenger
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307270&Product=winxp

 

[Chris Lanier]

Can I uninstall Windows Messenger in Windows XP?
http://www.petri.co.il/uninstall_windows_messenger.htm

 

[Ken Blake]

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I want to remove Windows messenger. Can I? The constant
pop-ups reminding me to update my software are driving me
crazy.

The popups are coming about not just because of MNessenger, but
because you are not running a firewall. The best solution to your
protect is to close the security loopholes on your system with a
firewall.

You can enable the built-in Windows XP firewall, or download and
install another one such as the free version of ZoneAlarm. To
enable the built-in firewall, go to Control Panel, double-click
Networking and Internet Connections, then click Network
Connections. Right-click your connection, then click Properties,
and on the Advanced tab, click the option "Protect my computer
and network..."