HT1338 how do i uninstall software

I had tech support install an internet security kaspersky on my imac. Its causing the system to freeze. How do i uninstall? I'm new to apple computers.

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How do I "Uninstall" software?

I'm sure this must be posted here someplace, but I can't seem to find it. Sorry for having to ask, but how do I "Uninstall" software? I realize I can just drag an App to the Trash, right click & send it to the Trash or use the "Uninstall" feature of an App that has one, but I have several music plugins (VST, AU etc) & even Toast 9 that I need to really remove from my system. I've tried just moving things to the Trash, but that doesn't remove everything. Many Apps don't have an 'Uninstall' feature on the Installation program, so what do I do?
With Toast, I downloaded a program called Amnesia & used the demo version to remove it, but even though the App is gone from the Application Folder, it's not gone from my system, because when I right click on an ISO image, one of my choices of Apps to use is still Toast (no pun intended). I like Toast 9, but I thought I was updating my Toast 8 when I installed 9, but when I tried to use T9 (of course) it's asking me for my CD key, which (of course) I don't have.
I appreciate any help I can get on this. Thanks...

*Uninstalling Applications*
First, I suggest backing up your drive in case you uninstall something you shouldn't have uninstalled.
Most small programs can have all their components contained within an app package. After running, the program will likely install a file in Preferences (either in your user area, or the main preferences, or both). Dragging a program and its preferences to the trash is often all that is needed, or you can use a program like AppDelete to delete these programs. However, most application deleting programs will not have an inventory of what is installed -- they just look for files that are clearly associated with the application you are deleting.
Try to find files associated with the application you want to delete by using Spotlight, Finder, or [Easyfind|http://www.macupdate.com/info.php/id/11076/easyfind] (free and generally highly recommended) to search for the application's name. Favorite folders for files to be installed are:
/Applications/
/Library/Preferences/
/Users/YourName/Library/Application Support/
/Users/YourName/Library/Preferences
where YourName refers to the user name when you login and the / indicates the series of folders down from your main drive. Note that there are folders with identical names but in very different locations.
A few programs may set login items to start automatically when your computer starts or a specific user logs in. These items are located in: /Library/StartupItems/ or /Users/YourName/Library/StartupItems/ To edit these, go to your account set up in System Preferences, login items tab, select the item(s) and a "-" to remove.
More involved programs (e.g., Office) may install bits and pieces all over the place, like fonts, libraries, etc. The software installer may have an uninstall option, or there may be a separate uninstaller for these. In bad situations you have to hunt around yourself.
Some programs install invisible files. You can use a utility such as Onyx to toggle visibility on your computer and check for invisible files.
Sometimes programs install files (often hidden) not readily associated with the program and if you're worried about those the only thing to do is a scan before and after installing a program and see what has changed.
Check out the utility [AppDelete|www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/systemdiskutilities/appdelete.html]. It will remove simple applications and most of their associated files.
[X Lab FAQ: Uninstalling applications|http://www.thexlab.com/faqs/uninstallingapps.html]
[http://guides.macrumors.com/UninstallingApplications_in_Mac_OSX]
[Apple Discussion with useful tips|http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1963113&tstart=0]

How do you uninstall software on a imac, such as camera software downloaded from the net, how do you uninstall software on a imac, such as camera software downloaded from the net

how do you uninstall software downloaded from the net eg. Olympus software?

This free app uninstaller seems to work well:
http://appcleaner.en.softonic.com/mac

How do you uninstall software on the iMac

How do you uninstall software on the iMac

Hello Edward,
Welcome to the world of Mac. I chuckled when I read your question as this was also my first interrogation when I went from Windows to Mac OS. I do hope you enjoy the switch... just get used to things being simple.
Felix
P.S. I use AppZapper to remove apps and their pref files all at once.

How does one uninstall software from macbook pro?

How does one uninstall software from macbook pro?

I realized there was a super-easy solution to find the uninstall function to uninstall ProTools. i simply typed in uninstall protools in the internal search field (the one in the top right corner). Viola, there was the uninstall window and click, the software was gone. super easy!

How best to uninstall software on my Air

I installed Fantastical some time ago and don't use it. I'm plagued with a pop up asking me to allow access. So 2 questions - How do I get rid of troublesome pop-ups and how do I best uninstall software that i no longer want on my laptop.
Steve

Have a look here...
http://macmost.com/uninstalling-apps-in-mac-os-x-lion.html
And Here > Uninstalling applications

How can I uninstall software

how can I uninstall software

If there's an uninstaller - most Adobe software, for instance, comes with an uninstaller - use it. While some will disagree (and others agree - it's your choice) I use AppCleaner (free) or AppDelete (paid) to get rid of apps and any auxiliary files that may be installed. I've never had a problem with either (and I'm not trying to start an arguement, either). I'll just say 'use at your own risk' and make sure that what the AppCleaner app finds to uninstall is truly something you want to be rid of.
Clinton

How do i uninstall software from leopard???

i figured out how to install software on a mac, but how do i uninstall it? in applications folder there are only the program launchers. there is no option to uninstall. i can only move it to trash!

That's a good start. For the most part, just drag the application to the trash. Some applications come with uninstallers under "options" on the installer.
The reason for this is that in Mac OS X most associated files are kept in the application package itself. If you choose any app then "control-click" on it, you can choose "Show package contents" from the contextual menu and you will see all the associated items.
You can also do a Finder or Spotlight search for any other items but they will probably only be prefs which will do no harm and don't take up much room.
These are ususally just plist files in yourHome/Library/Preferences . Also some apps will install files in ~(yourhome)/Library/Application Support.
Note: Some apps may also put a file in /Library/Startup Items or SystemPreferences >> Accounts >> Login items. (So, it worth a look here too)
-mj

How do you uninstall software? I have tried to download printer software that needs to be reinstalled and I cannot proceed until the original version is completely uninstalled.

I have installed printer software that needs to be uninstalled and reinstalled and I keep getting an error message saying that the application is running and needs to be closed before proceeding. I do not know how to close applications and uninstall software. Any help????

If its an actual application and appears as an icon in applications then click and hold over the icon and drag it to the trash can. That should uninstall it as far as I know.
If its like the HP printer software then there is an uninstalled icon within the folder.
Hope it helps.

HT1338 How does one uninstall Garageband and other things?

How does one uninstall Garageband and other things on the Macbook air?

Uninstalling Software: The Basics
Most OS X applications are completely self-contained "packages" that can be uninstalled by simply dragging the application to the Trash. Applications may create preference files that are stored in the /Home/Library/Preferences/ folder. Although they do nothing once you delete the associated application, they do take up some disk space. If you want you can look for them in the above location and delete them, too.
Some applications may install an uninstaller program that can be used to remove the application. In some cases the uninstaller may be part of the application's installer, and is invoked by clicking on a Customize button that will appear during the install process.
Some applications may install components in the /Home/Library/Applications Support/ folder. You can also check there to see if the application has created a folder. You can also delete the folder that's in the Applications Support folder. Again, they don't do anything but take up disk space once the application is trashed.
Some applications may install a startupitem or a Log In item. Startupitems are usually installed in the /Library/StartupItems/ folder and less often in the /Home/Library/StartupItems/ folder. Log In Items are set in the Accounts preferences. Open System Preferences, click on the Accounts icon, then click on the LogIn Items tab. Locate the item in the list for the application you want to remove and click on the "-" button to delete it from the list.
Some software use startup daemons or agents that are a new feature of the OS. Look for them in /Library/LaunchAgents/ and /Library/LaunchDaemons/ or in /Home/Library/LaunchAgents/.
If an application installs any other files the best way to track them down is to do a Finder search using the application name or the developer name as the search term. Unfortunately Spotlight will not look in certain folders by default. You can modify Spotlight's behavior or use a third-party search utility, EasyFind, instead.
Some applications install a receipt in the /Library/Receipts/ folder. Usually with the same name as the program or the developer. The item generally has a ".pkg" extension. Be sure you also delete this item as some programs use it to determine if it's already installed.
There are many utilities that can uninstall applications. Here is a selection:
    1. AppZapper
    2. AppDelete
    3. Automaton
    4. Hazel
    5. AppCleaner
    6. CleanApp
    7. iTrash
    8. Amnesia
    9. Uninstaller
10. Spring Cleaning
For more information visit The XLab FAQs and read the FAQ on removing software.

HT1338 how i know what software is in my mac

how i know what software is in my mac

Hi Helen,
At the Apple Icon at top left>About this Mac, then click on More Info, then click on Software>Applications.
Unless you mean the OS version, then the Apple Icon at top left>About this Mac will tell you.

HT1338 How do I uninstall Safari and reinstall it again

How do I uninstall Safari and reinstall it again it's not working right and I've already wiped my computer clean to start over

Reinstalling Safari won't solve your problem, whatever it is. I suggest you start a new thread with a different title and a description of the actual problem, rather than your conclusion about how it should be solved.

HT1338 how i can uninstall an application from my mac book pro

how i can uninstall an application from my mac book pro ?

You can run the applications uninstaller, if it has one. Or you can open the Applications folder (Finder Sidebar) and drag the application to the Trash Bin.

How do I uninstall software programs?

I recently purchased an iPhone and use iTunes and MobileMe to sync programs. I am trying to uninstall some software programs that I no longer use such as Blackberry Desktop Manager and PocketMac. Can someone please tell me how to uninstall these programs. Thanks.

You can't just drag them to the trash?
There are third party software uninstallers if you want to make sure you clean up the stray preference files that get installed with certain apps.
I generally recommend AppZapper, but there are others, CleanMyMac for example. I like AppZapper because it is a straight up uninstaller and not anything else.
Give it a Google search, I'm sure there are more than that.

How do I uninstall software not in my applications folder? The icon won't drag and drop to trash.

I received a fitness device and downloaded the software. It didn't download to my Applications folder and I wasn't smart enought ot make sure I saved it there. Now the device doesn't work and I want to uninstall the software. I tried dragging and dropping the icon from Launchpad but that doesn't work. This lomg-time PC user turned Mac lover needs hlep!

well this is strange, but hang with me a sec. Some of these will sound obvious but i have to ask them.
1) Are you 100% sure it's not in your application folder? (I have downloaded stuff and looked for a while without seeing the app RIGHT in front of me).
2) The hard thing to believe is that it is in your launchpad but NOT in your application folder.
3) Try downloding it again....it might find the detect the old version and overwrite it. I have never downloaded an app that did not automatically download to the applications folder, but if this one did, check to see what option it gives you to dowload to by default. That way you can see maybe where it was installed to, and thus find it and delete it. then reinstall to the applications folder.
let me know

HT1338 how do i uninstall software

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