What method is used to delete SharePoint/Staphos applications from Windows 10?
What method is used to delete SharePoint/Staphos applications from Windows 10?
Hi everyone...
I’m upgrading hardware and some software on my friend’s desktop. Before she retired, her company set up remote software on her desktop for home work and secure office access. Unfortunately, this software can’t be removed from the company anymore since they closed down. It’s blocking other programs and stopping some Windows 10 systems from working. I need guidance on how to get rid of it. I’ve tried all the usual methods but got no help. This software is preventing Windows 10 System Information from running, and it’s also blocking Samsung software for her new SSD. I attempted to install Speccy, which would have shown system details, but it still won’t work. I’d like a free solution, but if necessary, I’m open to paying for a tool that can handle this. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks a lot,
mmaroid
If the operating system from the previous employer is still active, what is necessary (and should have been done right away after confirming the transfer to the user) is a complete reset and reinstall of the OS to eliminate any signs of corporate control. Yes, the applications will need to be reinstalled, but having the installation media with you is a legal obligation.
Support the following action.
Complete the reset and reinstallation to erase all remnants of the prior organization.
This cannot be achieved gradually.
The "full reset and reinstall" must be performed on every system that has been used.
Thanks for your assistance ex-bubblehead. This desktop is quite old and she has lost any boxes with serial numbers, along with some software that is hard to locate. I'm trying to remove the problematic programs by deleting them. Someone from the past (not me) attempted to uninstall it, and they managed to delete parts of it, but it's possible those deletions could have helped in properly removing this issue. I'm feeling a bit stuck... I'm not sure what to search for—just "how to uninstall stubborn software maybe?"
Edit
OK, I'll keep searching before giving up.
Thank you, gentleman,
mmaroid
It's not just about the problematic software. I'm certain there are many other registry entries influencing this system. The only choice is to perform a complete reset and reinstall.
Create an image of the current disk as a backup, just in case the next steps fail. If you can locate the offending programs, I’d boot from a USB Linux distribution using its file manager to remove them, then restart and check the system’s behavior. If it works, proceed with a cleaner program. Personally, I favor Auslogics Boostspeed for its registry cleaner, Windows slimmer, and additional features.
I don't think a registry cleaner can fix the uninstall issue you're facing—it's more about user permissions. As recommended, a complete reset and reinstall of the operating system are the best options.