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The thread discusses whether traditional Windows 7 uninstaller tools can be used to uninstall programs in Windows 10, with the original poster wondering if they are functionally the same or if Windows 10 requires a different process. A responder advises against using old uninstaller tools, citing potential issues, and recommends using the built-in "Apps & features," WMI, or PowerShell methods for uninstallation instead. Overall, the consensus suggests that native Windows 10 methods are safer and more reliable than old third-party uninstallers.
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When I read Win10 tutorials about uninstallation of previously installed programs then they always refer to the dialog "Apps & features" to uninstall them.

I wonder whether it is possible to uninstall the same programs as well with the well known (old) Win7 uninstaller tools like Reve Uninstaller, HiBit Uninstaller, NirSoft UninstallView,.....

Are the Uninstall Feature exactly the same?

In other words: Can I use the old Uninstaller tools as well in Win10 or does deinstallation of an App in Win10 require more management than under old Win7?

Thank you
Peter
 

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Would they work most likely, would I recommend them, no. They often cause more issues that resolve and other people will tell you the same thing.

Going through Apps & Features, using WMI or Uninstall-Package from Powershell are the preferred removal methods.
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Would they work most likely, would I recommend them, no. They often cause more issues that resolve and other people will tell you the same thing.

Going through Apps & Features, using WMI or Uninstall-Package from Powershell are the preferred removal methods.
 

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