How to Uninstall Internet Explorer Completely

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Right-click the Start button.

   This should open the quick-access Start menu.
   
   You can also hold down ⊞ Win and tap X to bring up this menu.
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   Step 2: Click Programs and Features.

   It should be at the top of the menu. , This is in the top left corner of the Programs and Features window. , There should be a check in it; clicking this box will remove the check.
   
   If there is no check in the "Internet Explorer 11" box, Internet Explorer is already disabled on your computer. , This will give your computer permission to remove the selected item (in this case, Internet Explorer).
   
   If you don't have another web browser besides Microsoft Edge on your PC, consider using Internet Explorer one more time to download a new browser (e.g., Chrome). , You may need to wait a few minutes before you can proceed. , This will restart your computer.
   
   Once your computer reboots, your changes have been applied!
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   Step 3: Click Turn Windows Features On or Off.

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   Step 4: Click the box to the left of "Internet Explorer 11".

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   Step 5: Click Yes when prompted.

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   Step 6: Click OK. Windows will begin the disabling process.

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   Step 7: Click Restart Now.

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