How to Use Add or Remove Programs in Windows XP
Part 1 of 4:
Change or Remove Programs
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Click on Start and then Click on the Control Panel option. You will see Add or Remove Programs there. Click on it. A new window will be opened. - Click on the program you want to remove and a dialog box will appear to remove the program. Click yes to remove it.
- Click on the program you want to Change. There will be a Change/Remove Option. Click on Change. Follow the instructions to change the program.
Part 2 of 4:
Add New Programs
- Click on the second tab to use Add new Programs.
- Read the data. There are two options available. One is Adding from CD -ROM and second is adding from Microsoft. The Second option Updates through internet.
- Insert the Microsoft CD-ROM if you don't have an internet connection available. Install the program and done!
Part 3 of 4:
Add or Remove Windows Components
- Use this option to remove a component from Windows XP.
- Go on the third tab on the window.
- Wait for the setup to appear. After it opens check on the box beside the program to remove it.
Part 4 of 4:
Set Programs Access and Defaults
- Click on fourth tab to open it.
- Use the service to set defaults of services like email service, media player, etc. You can choose from the options to set your desired program defaults.
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Update 04 March 2020