2007-07-21 15:21:37 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
Yes.
2007-07-21 15:23:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some do require you to uninstall them while others do not. I err on the side of safety and always uninstall the older version first before installing the update. It's painless and can save you a lot of grief. Certain programs can cause serious damage if they are not uninstalled first before updating. For example, many security software (e.g. Norton Antivirus) and multimedia packages (e.g. Nero) require you to uninstall previous versions.
2007-07-21 22:40:41 · answer #2 · answered by What the...?!? 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Depends on the software - check the readme file or installation guide. Some like Norton Antivirus requires you to uninstall first or things can get really messy. Sometimes, even a program update may request a removal first or it will remove the entire software suite for you! That happens for NTI CD and DVD-Maker.
2007-07-21 22:35:54 · answer #3 · answered by BlurredMind 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Most cases, yes. It simply overwrites the previous install. Check the softwares documentation first to be sure the particular program doesnt have a conflict by doing so.
2007-07-21 22:25:03 · answer #4 · answered by jhdcomputer 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Some programs require uninstalling and some don't.
it would be advisable to check the help file of the software you want to re-install. The help file might contain details of problems in using the software and also issues such as installations.etc.
2007-07-21 22:27:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Usually you put in the disc to uninstall, then reinstall. No problem!
2007-07-21 22:29:56 · answer #6 · answered by Buzzy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, just install it again. It will ask if you want to replace it most likely. Its not unsafe, unless its programs like registry cleaners and such.
2007-07-21 22:24:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont know why you would need to do that but your comp wont crash if you do. Usaully it repairs the Program if it got corrupt before.
2007-07-21 22:31:09 · answer #8 · answered by Calvin B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋