Uninstall older versions of Flash Player?

I just installed the latest update for Flash Player...can I now uninstall older versions?

Yes, you can.
It is best to use the uninstaller from Adobe. It is on this page:
http://http://helpx.adobe.com/flash-player/kb/uninstall-flash-player-windows.html
Follow the instructions.
Because I am having problems with getting Flash Player that works on my pc, I have saved the Adobe Flash Player Uninstaller to my desktop. It is helpful not having to go back to the Adobe page to get it when I need it.
After uninstalling old versions of Flash Player, remember to check that the new version you keep is installed correcly and working properly, go to the Adobe "Find Version" page and follow the instructions there.
Here:
http://http://helpx.adobe.com/flash-player/kb/find-version-flash-player.html#main_Find_the _Flash_Player_version_installed_on_your_machine
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