Unable to uninstall java 6 update 7???

I have been trying to help myself through the FINE tutorials posted on MG; but have run into a roadblock with regards to JAVA removal. When I attempt to 'remove' the message> 'Error applying transforms. Verify that the specified transform paths are valid'. Appears:confused I am using the 'Add/Remove Program', and had no luck going through the CCleaner application on my computer to 'remove' it either?

I am attempting to follow each direction to the letter to get my computer back to what I consider 'normal operating'rolleyes. Appreciate any help as I am not computer literate in the sense that most folks here are:-o

 

Use JavaRa to remove all instances of Java.
Get the latest version of Java from here

Cheers..

 

Thank you for your reply. I will go that route and see if it clears this up for me.

 

I recieved an Error message when I tried to do the Java Setup> Error 25099 unzipping core files failed. Even though I 'allowed as Installer/updater' through my Comodo Firewall?

 

Hi, I appreciate your prompt reply to my Java problem. I am running M Windows XP HOME EDITION, Version 2002, Service Pack 3. Which I think is the 32 bit version?

I keep getting the same message when I try to use 'ADD/REMOVE' > 'Error applying transforms. Verify that the specified transform paths are valid'.

I could paste the first 'program files' location in 'run' but not the second as it would not take it. I did 'select all' and 'delete' everything that was under 'program files' which appeared to be multiple 'licenses'?.

 

I did look into your suggestion; and although it appears it could work, the MS Windows uninstaller can cause problems with other programs as stated. I now officially HATE Java for it not being easy to remove from my computer!!! It has given me more grief than ANY other problem with my computer since 2002!!! I am the opposite of a computer geek meaning I have NO CLUE , hence this is all VERY frustrating in trying to resolve this issue. Java's BS about 'we're so sorry you can't get it off your computer' is BS! Java should be required by law to make a simple program available to remove it's product from a computer if the OWNER of the computer deems it neccesary IMO. Pissed off? Darn Tootin'!! Why does the computer user fraternity out there put up with companies like Java?!! Are there alternatives to Java to use on MS W XP?

 

I believe you are Going through The Read and Run Me And have already run some of the malware scanners.
It's not advised by the the Malware experts to make any changes to the system, once you start the cleaning procedure. While removing old installs of Java is a prerequisite in prepping the System for malware removal, I'd leave it for now.
Cheers..

 

Another idea.

After running the JavaRa, run the cleaner AND registry cleaner with cCleaner from Here.

Then, save the Java download install file to your desktop.

Then reboot into safe mode and double click on that install file and install.

Not positive this will work but I found this solution on-line and I have had success with other cantankerous programs using this method.

Do set a restore point before starting this! But I doubt if you will need it.

 

Plodr, I have attempted to run JavaRA but it would not complete?! I am sad to hear you had a similiar issue with Java removal (crying emotiocon!) The last part of your post was a bit over my head....as in....I should've listened to my mother and gotten married and settled down and had a family; vs being an adventurer for the past 35 yrs! At least then my kids would be dealing with all my computer issues LOL!! I'm humbled by folks experience with computers regardless of their age. If only I lived in a neighborhood with some kids...LOL! None of my local libraries (according to them, roll eyes) have a computer club that meets there, or I'd bring this laptop right over! I'm sure a computer knowledgable person over 8 yrs old could help me on the spot with them at the keyboard!

 

Ok, I have CCleaner on my desktop as an App, as well as Malwarebytes, Adobe Reader 9, Comodo Firewall Pro, Mozilla as my Browser (IE turned off), and no other Apps. I do have 20 odd folders on my Desktop.

I tried the JavaRA but was left with Java 6 Update 7 under CCleaner/ Add/Remove programs BUT no Publisher or Version number listed now?!?!

The JavaRa was saved as a Zip file to my desktop.

 

Plodr, Thanks for the encouragement on learning the ways of the computer. As a non electronic guy i have 'issues' with most stuff beyond a radiorolleyes. I do have XP, and WAS ABLE to 'unzip' JavaRa. What now?

 

Halo, Thank you also (and Sikvik too) for your encouraging patience to assist me with finding out how to upgrade my Java and remove the older version. I am not opposed to meeting someone at my home or local library that is a member here on the Forum for 'hands on help'. I'm near Red Bank NJ, so if anyone here is near there and would like to fiddle,uh, I mean, figure this out! By all means PM me and we can work out a meetup for this laptop.

My concern is that because of my lack knowledge with computers, programs, processes, and systems; I'm VERY concerned that I'll do something to FUBAR my laptop and end up without a computer. This is why I am taking each post and following them to the letter until I no longer feel comfortable doing the process.

 

Still no luck removing the Java6 update 7 from my computer with JavaRA

 

> NOTHING IT WOULD NOT FINISH.

I FINALLY DELETED JAVA RA FROM MY COMPUTER DESKTOP. I know I had the CAPS so folks could see my post within your's. Thanks for the advice, I do believe that it will take someone other than myself working the buttons on my laptop to clear the system up

 

I did the REVO thing, and even though it does'nt show Java 6 update 7 under it. Java 6 update 7 still appears, ableit without 'version', listed under the CCleaner? I did not try the second suggestion yet but am going to now. Thank you to everyone participating in this thread.

 

I tried to use the CCleaner to just 'delete' the entry, but no luck. I need to figure out how to find and attach the Mclog.zip?

I'm now confused as to why my 'user account' switched itself over to 'Administrator'. Avira (which I reinstalled after deleting it last week) has issued me 'Warning', ' You have administrator rights, you are working with administrator rights. Recommended you only work with a restricted user account'. Help would be appreciated as I have never had a 'Guest account' on my computer and alays used just my 'regular account'.

 

Windows requires at least one administrator account to be present on all computers at all times. Thus all accounts set up during the first set up of windows are automatically assigned administrator rights. Windows Vista and 7 attempted to mitigate this by running most programs in user mode and only elevating them when prompted, but some programs are automatically elevated.

What windows version are you running at the moment?

 

I'm running ms windows home xp 2002 32 bit from what i can tell. I understand about the 'admin' account; I was just questioning why Avira never pointed this out to me before I reinstalled it last week?

 

Avira only just incorporated this into it's latest version as far as I can tell.