Best free program to delete dificult PC programs?

Question

Got a file on my PC that cant be deleted using win XP. Can anyone suggest a good, free program to help me out. Thanx :)

Answer 1

Read the following on how to delete difficult files:
http://www.softwarepatch.com/tips/howto-delete-xp.html

How to delete a file when:
* Windows says 'file access denied'.
* 'File in use' error.
* Can't delete a file (insert cryptic reason).
* Rebooting doesn't help delete the file.
Can't delete a file in Windows? Here's what to do...
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You cannot delete a file or a folder on an NTFS file system volume
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=320081
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If all else fails use this brute force method per:
http://forums.techguy.org/windows-nt-2000-xp/380902-cannot-delete-file.html

Download Pocket KillBox http://www.downloads.subratam.org/KillBox.zip

Double-click on Killbox.exe to run it. In the "Paste Full Path of File to Delete" box, copy and paste the following:

paste full path here

Now put a tick by Delete on reboot.
Click on the button with the red circle with the X. It will ask for confirmation. Click yes – repeat on all of the files – on the last one click yes twice

Answer 2

You need what is commonly called an "uninstaller program." Occasionally, problems arise when trying to uninstall software programs. For example, the install.log file is missing. Uninstaller programs scans your computer for all files and registry keys which belong to a specific software program. You can then use it to delete those files and keys. Try Your Uninstaller. It isn't free but it does come with a free 30 day trial period. You can find the program at (http://fileforum.betanews.com/detail/Your_Uninstaller_2006/1031658821/1)

Here is a description of the program written by the developers:

Publisher's Description:
Your Uninstaller! provides a total solution for the uninstalling task It is the replacement of the original Windows Add/Remove program, offers a much user-friendly way to remove unneeded applications on your computer. It starts up about 5-10 times faster than Add/Remove program. Also, it can display appropriate icons of the application, so that you can easily find out the application you want to uninstall. You may also look up the application you want through a handy function. It can automatically detect rubbish registry keys and entirely delete them with your permission. All these can be done with few simple clicks under step by step instruction.

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If you want an uninstaller program which is completely free, you can use Zsoft Uninstaller (http://fileforum.betanews.com/detail/ZSoft_Uninstaller/1107791770/1). It isn't as powerful as Your Installer but it is still very effective.

Answer 3

Here is a free method to delete any file.

1, download a Linux live distribution such as unbunto.

2, burn the iso file to a disc.

3, boot from the disc and run linux from the disc.

4, You can now look at the hard drive (mount it) and delete any file you choose.

Answer 4

Have you tried to use on your computer in the control panel, add remove programs? If not open your control panel up and look to select remove programs. You have to wait a few seconds to see if that program is listed. If so select remove and it should remove the program. Hope this helped you out.

Answer 5

go to http://malwarebytes.org/ there is program there called file assassin and another program called reg assassin they are really good at deleting difficult programs that can't be deleted by ccleaner which i advise you to use first.always make a back up of before deleting any files.

Answer 6

To remove a file that can't be deleted in the normal way, try Moveonboot or Unlocker - both free
http://www.snapfiles.com/reviews/EMCO_MoveOnBoot/emcomob.html
http://www.snapfiles.com/reviews/Unlocker/Unlocker.html

Answer 7

i really dont know any software but try booting it up in 'Safe Mode and go to the file and it will delete as it as to because of the mode.

Answer 8

Ccleaner

www.ccleaner.com

Answer 9

try Ccleaner. It's absolutely free, and easy.