I recently bought a newer VERSION of Microsoft Office, and I've been trying to delete the older version. I seem to delete it correctly, going into the control panel and deleting it from "add or remove programs." When I install the newer version, the old version is reinstalled. What can I do to completely delete the old one so I can install my newer one? Help! Daveyboy :-?If the old one is uninstalled PROPERLY there is no way that it can properly reinstall. PLEASE describe exactly what you are doing and what is happening.Daveyboy....... Perhaps , you could tell us what version you had installed and which new version you just purchased .


dl65 Daveyboy ..... It sounds like you still have some parts of Office XP still installed...... What components did you have installed ....let's see ...... Word , Excel , Outlook , Power Point , Access maybe and possibly Front Page. All components must be removed to be able to reinstall the new version ........ This would include any referances to Office XP LEFT in the registry . You should als have a look in C:\Programs and see if the folders are still there will some bits and pieces

dl65 Hi Mr. dl65;

I finally got the problem solved. I just had to delete a few bits & pieces. I only installed Word, Excel & Outlook. Thanks for your help, and to the others who have guided me in the right direction. Thanks guys! This sure beats having to get in touch with Microsoft. All the best. Daveyboy Glad you are all fixed and thanks for posting BACK!