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How do I uninstall and reinstall a program?

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Learning how to uninstall and reinstall a program can be daunting, but it is a necessary task for a variety of reasons. Here are some steps you can follow to complete the process:


  1. Backup your data. Before uninstalling, make sure to create a backup of the program's data that may be lost during the process.
  2. Uninstall the program. There should be an uninstall option available in the control panel.
  3. Cleanup leftovers from the program. This includes entries in the registry and other system files created by the program.
  4. Restart your computer. Doing this will ensure that all entries of the program have been removed from the system.
  5. Install the program again. Download the program from a trusted source and follow the instructions to complete the installation.
  6. Restore your data. After installing the program, you may now restore the data from your backup.

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