In the list of installed programs, uninstall the Internet security programs you don't need.Ĭlose programs in the notification area running with startup.Tap or select Appwiz.cpl below the Search box.Swipe in from the right edge of the screen (if using a mouse, point to the upper-right corner of the screen and move the mouse pointer down).To remove an antivirus or antispyware program, follow these instructions: For more information, see the documentation supplied by that antispyware program. If you use another antispyware program together with Microsoft Security Essentials, we recommend that you turn off real-time scanning in the other program. You may need to download and run a cleanup utility for your previous security application to completely remove it. Some Internet security applications do not uninstall completely. Make sure you have an Internet security program running on your device before you uninstall other security programs.
