Windows 10: Unable to install or uninstall programs.

Discus and support Unable to install or uninstall programs. in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hi, i did something stupid and changed the ownership and permissions of the folder "C:\Windows" and now some programs don't work and I'm unable to... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by FouadM. Younes, Mar 25, 2020.

  1. Unable to install or uninstall programs.


    Hi, i did something stupid and changed the ownership and permissions of the folder "C:\Windows" and now some programs don't work and I'm unable to install or uninstall programs.

    I tried the installer troubleshooter and it did not work. Also i tried resetting the permissions using Command Prompt but it keeps telling me "Access Denied".

    Please help! How can i make things back to normal? Thank you for any help

    :)
     
    FouadM. Younes, Mar 25, 2020
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  2. can't uninstall program

    Hi,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community. I appreciate your effort in resolving this issue.

    - Did you try un-installing the program from programs and features?

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

    Repairing or removing programs

    To uninstall programs, go to Settings.
    • On the Start menu, then select Settings.
    • Select System > Apps & features.
    • Select the program, then select Uninstall. Some apps that are built in to Windows can’t be uninstalled.
    • Follow the directions on the screen.
    If you are still unable to uninstall the program, follow the steps below.

    • In Search, enter Control Panel and select Control Panel.
    • Select Programs > Programs and Features, then select the program.
    • Select the program, then select Uninstall. Some apps that are built in to Windows can’t be uninstalled.
    • Follow the directions on the screen.

    Let us know the status.

    Regards,

    Guru Kiran
     
    Guru Kiran G, Mar 25, 2020
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  3. How do you uninstall chipset drivers?

    I'm installing a new mobo so I need to uninstall the intel 865g drivers to make way for the P35 drivers.

    Can't find any uninstall options in add/remove programs and intel chipset inst listed in driver cleaner.

    Any suggestions? *Confused Unable to install or uninstall programs. :confused:
     
    oli_ramsay, Mar 25, 2020
    #3
  4. Unable to install or uninstall programs.

    Unable to uninstall a program in Windows 10

    @wendycampos,

    We understand your concern in this regard.

    • When you say "can no longer access programs and choose to uninstall it", you mean you're unable to access Programs and Features?
    • Which application or program you're trying to Uninstall?
    • What troubleshooting steps did you tried?
     
    Yashwanth Kotakuri, Mar 25, 2020
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