Question: Q: I deleted Kaspersky and tried to instal AVG, but it said that Kapersky was still on my computer and therefore AVG would not install... Thoughts??

signwave21 wrote:

Thoughts??

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signwave21 Said:

"I deleted Kaspersky and tried to instal AVG, but it said that Kapersky was still on my computer and therefore AVG would not install... Thoughts??"

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A Few Thoughts:

• Don't Use Security Software:

First off, keep Security Software off of your Mac - it is unneeded and just gets in the way. And this is a pure example of how and why.

• Uninstall - Don't Delete it!

You would need to uninstall Kaspersky - not delete it. Just delete it, and temporary files will reside all about your Mac.

• To Uninstall it:

Start by restarting your Mac. If a restart does not solve this, then first reinstall Kaspersky. Next, use the Uninstaller.

• Then, Leave ALL Security Software off.

signwave21 Said:

"I deleted Kaspersky and tried to instal AVG, but it said that Kapersky was still on my computer and therefore AVG would not install... Thoughts??"

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Uninstalling Kaspersky for Mac:

Download the Unistalters from the Developer (Kaspersky) and non-other. Elsewise, it may end up being malware or spyware you install. Restart your Mac once uninstalled.

The Uninstallers:

• 2020 - How to uninstall Kaspersky Internet Security 20 for Mac - Kaspersky

• 2019 - How to uninstall Kaspersky Internet Security 19 for Mac - Kaspersky

• 2018 - How to uninstall Kaspersky Internet Security 18 for Mac - Kaspersky

You do not want Kaspersky & especially do not want AVG.

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