Browser Choice

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Ed O'Brien

Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows stores newly
installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
 
Ed O'Brien said:
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows stores
newly installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
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So CHOICE is bad? Maybe you should live in a dictatorship.
 
Hi,
I'm guessing, because I don't have this update installed, but try disabling
the executable from Start> Run> (type in) msconfig> Startup> uncheck
browserchoice.exe (or similar name) Restart. If you see a "system
configuration" nag at each startup, check the "Don't show this again" box.
-
Hope this helps,
Don
[MS MVP- IE]
 
Ed O'Brien said:
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows stores
newly installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being presented
every time I boot.
Click to expand...

I don't know that it can be uninstalled. Have you tried making your choice
of Browser from the "Browser Choice" screen?

http://microsoftontheissues.com/cs/...-europe-what-to-expect-when-to-expect-it.aspx

http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/presskits/eu-msft/docs/07-24-09Commitment.doc


Good Luck,

Donald Anadell
 
You come over like the prat called Gordon I had reason to educate some time
ago.... I'm not going to try to teach you to read but I suggest you find
someone. Or maybe it would be better if you saw a doctor and got yourself
sorted.
 
Good suggestion, Don but can't see it there. It's KB976002 which only in
Europe presents a notice every time you boot offering multiple choices of
browser. Trouble is, you can't stop it nor can you uninstall it as it's
locked in. I'll use a Restore point if I can't disable it. The trouble then
is, as there were several updates, they will all go. Then a 'Check for
updates and leave it off. Just the hassle p****s me off!



Don Varnau said:
Hi,
I'm guessing, because I don't have this update installed, but try
disabling
the executable from Start> Run> (type in) msconfig> Startup> uncheck
browserchoice.exe (or similar name) Restart. If you see a "system
configuration" nag at each startup, check the "Don't show this again" box.
-
Hope this helps,
Don
[MS MVP- IE]

Ed O'Brien said:
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows stores newly
installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
 
[Adding Windows Update newsgroup to the crosspost.]

The Browser Choice update cannot be uninstalled.
 
Thanks Donald, maybe that will work. I have two browsers running and I'm
quite happy with them but I guess taking a third won't hurt, tho' why the
hell we're made to do this is beyond me.
 
Thanks. Found that out the hard way.... Does anyone know why Microsoft chose
to lock this useless device into our computers. I know they had to show it,
but why forever?


PA Bear said:
[Adding Windows Update newsgroup to the crosspost.]

The Browser Choice update cannot be uninstalled.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Client - since 2002
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows stores
newly
installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
 
Get your facts straight (and maybe read a newspaper every now and then): MS
did NOT choose to do this on its own.

Windows 7 and Browser Choice in Europe (31 July-09)
http://microsoftontheissues.com/cs/...1/windows-7-and-browser-choice-in-europe.aspx

EU ends Microsoft antitrust probe; Accepts browser choice (16 Dec-09)
http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=28590

The Browser Choice Screen for Europe: What to Expect, When to Expect It (19
Feb-10)
http://microsoftontheissues.com/cs/...-europe-what-to-expect-when-to-expect-it.aspx
--
~PA Bear

Thanks. Found that out the hard way.... Does anyone know why Microsoft
chose
to lock this useless device into our computers. I know they had to show
it,
but why forever?


PA Bear said:
[Adding Windows Update newsgroup to the crosspost.]

The Browser Choice update cannot be uninstalled.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Client - since 2002
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows stores
newly
installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
 
Another bad mannered prat...! Look at my original post... I cursed the arse
of the EU Commission, so it's clear I know who's responsible for the
advertisement. But why lock it in and why not a 'Do not show this message
again' choice?

If you don't know, you don't need to make a comment...! If you want to make
a comment, GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT! And yes I'm shouting because you're
f*****g dense!



PA Bear said:
Get your facts straight (and maybe read a newspaper every now and then):
MS did NOT choose to do this on its own.

Windows 7 and Browser Choice in Europe (31 July-09)
http://microsoftontheissues.com/cs/...1/windows-7-and-browser-choice-in-europe.aspx

EU ends Microsoft antitrust probe; Accepts browser choice (16 Dec-09)
http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=28590

The Browser Choice Screen for Europe: What to Expect, When to Expect It
(19 Feb-10)
http://microsoftontheissues.com/cs/...-europe-what-to-expect-when-to-expect-it.aspx
--
~PA BearI

Thanks. Found that out the hard way.... Does anyone know why Microsoft
chose
to lock this useless device into our computers. I know they had to show
it,
but why forever?


PA Bear said:
[Adding Windows Update newsgroup to the crosspost.]

The Browser Choice update cannot be uninstalled.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Client - since 2002

Ed O'Brien wrote:
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows stores
newly
installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being
presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU
Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do
Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
 
I have automatic updates off and check MS Update manually. I carefully
avoided downloading that one. On MS update it does have a hide check box.


PA Bear said:
[Adding Windows Update newsgroup to the crosspost.]

The Browser Choice update cannot be uninstalled.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Client - since 2002
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows stores
newly
installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
 
Thank you, Jean. I also have installing set to manual and I wish I had done
the same as you and ignored it. As it is I have done a System Restore which
got rid of it. Now it is the only one sitting in "Windows Update".

(Sorry aboout the rude elements in the thread... Not my usual style in front
of a lady)!


Jean Rosenfeld said:
I have automatic updates off and check MS Update manually. I carefully
avoided downloading that one. On MS update it does have a hide check box.


PA Bear said:
[Adding Windows Update newsgroup to the crosspost.]

The Browser Choice update cannot be uninstalled.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Client - since 2002
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows stores
newly
installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
 
Hide it by clicking the update icon and UNchecking the box next to it.
Click OK, then in the next window that opens put a check in the box next
to " Do not offer me this (these) update(s) again or I'll kill
you " or some similar verbiage to that effect. <w>


MowGreen
================
*-343-* FDNY
Never Forgotten
================

banthecheck.com
"Security updates should *never* have *non-security content* prechecked


Thank you, Jean. I also have installing set to manual and I wish I had
done the same as you and ignored it. As it is I have done a System
Restore which got rid of it. Now it is the only one sitting in "Windows
Update".

(Sorry aboout the rude elements in the thread... Not my usual style in
front of a lady)!


Jean Rosenfeld said:
I have automatic updates off and check MS Update manually. I carefully
avoided downloading that one. On MS update it does have a hide check box.


PA Bear said:
[Adding Windows Update newsgroup to the crosspost.]

The Browser Choice update cannot be uninstalled.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Client - since 2002

Ed O'Brien wrote:
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows
stores newly
installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being
presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU
Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do
Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
 
Ed, I know how you feel!! I've just posted venting my spleen about the same
thing. lol
Pity there arenot more helpful peeps out there!
I've found a way to disable it: -
Go to "Run" type "msconfig" select the startup tab and look for Microsoft
entries.
Hover your pointer over each of them you find in the "Command" column and it
will show a more helpfull label.
Disable the "Browser Choice" one ....and it's gone, or so I've found!
 
Hide it by clicking the update icon and UNchecking the box next to it. Click
OK, then in the next window that opens put a check in the box next to " Do
not offer me this (these) update(s) again or I'll kill
you " or some similar verbiage to that effect. <w>
Click to expand...

I think the correct text is "Do not offer me this update again or I'll
kill you *twice*"

Just my way of saying your post helped make my day...
MowGreen
================
*-343-* FDNY
Never Forgotten
================
Click to expand...
banthecheck.com
"Security updates should *never* have *non-security content* prechecked


Ed said:
Thank you, Jean. I also have installing set to manual and I wish I had
done the same as you and ignored it. As it is I have done a System
Restore which got rid of it. Now it is the only one sitting in "Windows
Update".

(Sorry aboout the rude elements in the thread... Not my usual style in
front of a lady)!


Jean Rosenfeld said:
I have automatic updates off and check MS Update manually. I carefully
avoided downloading that one. On MS update it does have a hide check box.


[Adding Windows Update newsgroup to the crosspost.]

The Browser Choice update cannot be uninstalled.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Client - since 2002

Ed O'Brien wrote:
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows
stores newly
installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being
presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU
Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do
Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
Click to expand...
 
Look at my original post... I cursed the arse of the EU Commission, so
it's clear I know who's responsible for the advertisement.
Click to expand...

Unfortunately, you have encountered two of MS dogs, and their sole mission
is to prevent anything negative about the company, rightfully or wrongfully.
They don't read and their behavior is based on instinct. And they are still
in the denial stage for they have produced more severe damage than all Linux
advocates combined.


Ed O'Brien said:
Another bad mannered prat...! Look at my original post... I cursed the
arse of the EU Commission, so it's clear I know who's responsible for the
advertisement. But why lock it in and why not a 'Do not show this message
again' choice?

If you don't know, you don't need to make a comment...! If you want to
make a comment, GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT! And yes I'm shouting because
you're f*****g dense!



PA Bear said:
Get your facts straight (and maybe read a newspaper every now and then):
MS did NOT choose to do this on its own.

Windows 7 and Browser Choice in Europe (31 July-09)
http://microsoftontheissues.com/cs/...1/windows-7-and-browser-choice-in-europe.aspx

EU ends Microsoft antitrust probe; Accepts browser choice (16 Dec-09)
http://blogs.zdnet.com/BTL/?p=28590

The Browser Choice Screen for Europe: What to Expect, When to Expect It
(19 Feb-10)
http://microsoftontheissues.com/cs/...-europe-what-to-expect-when-to-expect-it.aspx
--
~PA BearI

Thanks. Found that out the hard way.... Does anyone know why Microsoft
chose
to lock this useless device into our computers. I know they had to show
it,
but why forever?


[Adding Windows Update newsgroup to the crosspost.]

The Browser Choice update cannot be uninstalled.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Client - since 2002

Ed O'Brien wrote:
Windows Vista Home Premium

I used to know but forget... Can someone tell me where Windows stores
newly
installed updates?

I want to uninstall the damned browser choice notice now being
presented
every time I boot.

I just wish that unelected, corrupt bunch of crooks in the EU
Commission
would butt out. It was they who forced Microsoft to punish us this
way.
Although it would also have been sensible for Microsoft to add a 'Do
Not
Show Again' button.

TIA
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