Fix it: Microsoft Security Essentials will not uninstall

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While one can always easily uninstall Microsoft Security Essentials from the Control Panel, should you find that your are unable to uninstall Microsoft Security Essentials, you may try to uninstall it manually or by using a Microsoft Fix it solution.

To know about the detailed steps required to uninstall MSE manually visit KB2435760. But do check up the version of MSE installed on your computer first and do not use this KB articles for Beta versions or versions that begin with the numeral 2.

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Alternatively, if you find this task too daunting, simply download and use Microsoft Fix It 50535 to let it force uninstall Microsoft Security Essentials for you.

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Anand aka HappyAndyK is an end-user Windows enthusiast, a Microsoft MVP in Windows Desktop Experience since 2007, and the Admin of TheWindowsClub.com, TheGeeksClub.com & WinVistaClub.com. Creating a System Restore Point before trying out a new software or a tweak is always recommended.

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