Lost some software - help!

[mart]

I made the mistake of deleting some files left behind from an unsuccessful uninstall. Result - complete system bolloxed.I've managed to get it up and running again (well not me but a very helpful, openminded repairer) but have had to reinstal a lot of software.
Can't remember where I found 1 item which warns you if some new programme wants to add itself to your Startup menu, the icon is a little dog and it gives a warning bark. Does that ring any bells?
Btw, is there any idiotproof way of completely uninstalling something you don't want?

Mart

PS I had to give the technician a copy of my Cathy Barry Xmas wallpaper.

[Deuce Bigolo]

Its all to techy for me...a lot will depend on what operating system your using

Creating a start-up disc with all the info on it might be an idea or taking a snapshot of your system before you uninstall anything

During uninstalling if it says this component is not needed-don't delete it...far to easy to delete something that is needed but not currently being used... is a very useful clean up tool after uninstalling things I've found


If you want to know how I'd suggest posting on the forums at
or

cheers
B....OZ

[Guilbert]

> the icon is a little dog and it gives a warning bark. Does that ring any
> bells?

Winpatrol


Guilbert

[Hitman]

I think it might be Bullguard??

[mart]

Thanks, that's the one. I had found it and meant to post on here.

Mart