Norton Antivirus

[Guest]

After reading some of these posts from 2/28 I really want to remove Norton
Antivirus from my machine but I read somewhere that it's very hard to get
everything off. I'm running XP PRO. Is there an easy way to remove it>?

 

[R. McCarty]

Newer version ( 2004/2005 ) seem to be easier to get rid of
than earlier flavors. Basically, you remove NAV, then reboot
then remove Live Update & Live Reg. Finally, do a system
wide search (All Files, System, Hidden) for "Symantec" you'll
probably find 2 folders - Delete both.
Unfortunately, Symantec leaves Services and Registry keys
behind after uninstalling. Symantec does offer a stand alone
remover program RNav, RNis and SymClean. Each is set for
a specific program. It's offered as a cleanup utility. Best to
search Symantec's support site for the version/utility for your
specific program & version.
Because Symantec/Norton uninstalls can be problematic if
you have imaging software capability - Take a System Image
before you start. (Just in Case).

Both your wallet & your PC will thank you for relieving them
of Symantec/Norton products - Good Luck.

 

[Guest]

Thank you very much. I'll do as you say and hope for the best.
Thanks again,
Shortfuse

 

[Colin Barnhorst]

Put the Symantec cd in the drive and choose Install. On the next window
click on Remove. It really is that simple.