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So I accidently downloaded AOL's beta version of a new AIM service, AIM Triton. Well, I hate it compared to the normal one and would like to rid my computer of it since I already found and downloaded the superior version of AIM.

But I can't find it in my Add/Remove Programs thingie in my Control Panel...:eek:

I've searched my Program Folders and, in AOL's infinate wisdom, none of AOL's file names make any sense at all. I don't know what's safe to delete and what isn't. A simple search for "Triton" doesn't make it any easier on me.

Having the program on my computer doesn't bug me as much as it STARTS UP WHEN I TURN ON MY PC EVEN THOUGH I MADE SURE TO TELL IT NOT TO.

And while we're on it, how do I get rid of the log-in prompt on my Windows XP when I turn on the computer? I have no password so it really makes no sense to have it.

Thank you, Gracias, Danke, etc.

Unfortunately the last time I had AOL infect my computer, Add/Remove failed. It simply reappeared, and took over MSN when I installed that. I eventually got rid of it by deleting every AOL-affiliated file in my computer.

But I can't find it in my Add/Remove Programs thingie in my Control Panel...:eek:.
Those bitches.

Oh, how I hates them.

Um, yeah, sorry I can't help.

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AOL sucks, get soemthing else

Given that AOL is designed for beginners, they usually tend to default to the following location: C:\Program Files

Look in this directory for any folder with AOL's name in it. Chances are it'll contain what you're looking for. Don't outright delete it if you can help it. Go into the folder and first loom for an uninstaller, this should be there. If that fails, then delete the folder itself, but make sure you want to.

I had accidently, with GAIM, deleted one of the folders I wound up needed for its newer version, so take caution and delete the folder if you're confident you won't need it for another program.

It won't be the end of the world if you make a small mistake because you can always reinstall your chat program.

Actually, you can't disable the login prompt. It's a security feature. This is what makes Windows 2000 and later more secure. It means you can't just press 'cancel' or 'enter' even if a password does exist.

It's not that annoying. Just deal with it.

Now, if you like your AIM account, I can propose an alternative program.

GAIM (http://sourceforge.net/project/showfiles.php?group_id=235&package_id=253&release_id=387865)

It's a multi-protocol chat program. It lets you use AIM, MSN, Jabber/Google Chat, ICQ...

GAIM 2 Beta 2 is pretty stable for a beta. When you look through the list, select the one for 32-bit Windows. It's a nice easy install and there are no hidden spyware evils in it.

It doesn't have the same comprehensive newbie smiley package, but it serves its purpose. It also lots of nifty plugins.

i hate AOL. installed it on my dad's laptop while we were in california for 2 weeks in 2002, and i never want to set my eyes on anything they do ever again. stupid aggressive program *shakes fist*

I had Triton or whatever the hell it is. Added 2 minutes to everytime I booted up, and it used way too much system resources for no reason.

You could just delete the entire AOL folder seeing how you shouldn't have it in the first place. AOL is a useless leech.

I had a second thought. If you're weary of deleting the folder, I can offer a solution that would stop Triton loading at the start everytime.

It's a simple process, in fact, you might see other programs you don't want starting up either. This method helps to streamline the amount of initial loading at log in.

Go... START > RUN > MSCONFIG

When the System Configuration Utility window pops up, go to the Startup tab and looking through the list, uncheck the box beside the AOL program. If you can't find it by name, look in the Command column. This shows where the program is executing from and anything that isn't a Windows service, will be located in C:\Program Files (or something similar).

Just uncheck it and don't bother rebooting.

After you close the System Config program, you don't need to reboot, that's just windows being retarded.

I had a second thought. If you're weary of deleting the folder, I can offer a solution that would stop Triton loading at the start everytime.

It's a simple process, in fact, you might see other programs you don't want starting up either. This method helps to streamline the amount of initial loading at log in.

Go... START > RUN > MSCONFIG

When the System Configuration Utility window pops up, go to the Startup tab and looking through the list, uncheck the box beside the AOL program. If you can't find it by name, look in the Command column. This shows where the program is executing from and anything that isn't a Windows service, will be located in C:\Program Files (or something similar).

Just uncheck it and don't bother rebooting.

After you close the System Config program, you don't need to reboot, that's just windows being retarded.
Alright, I just did that. Hopefully I unchecked the correct AIM program, because I still use the regular AIM service.

And for the record, I have to use AIM because 'tis what my friends from school use.

Alright, I just did that. Hopefully I unchecked the correct AIM program, because I still use the regular AIM service.

And for the record, I have to use AIM because 'tis what my friends from school use.
Then you might want to try GAIM, which allows you to use AIM without AOL's interferance.

Then you might want to try GAIM, which allows you to use AIM without AOL's interferance.
Eh, I'm fine with regular AIM. Just not all the extras that AOL dumped on me.

If AOL wasn't so big, it would be ceritified a virus, easy.

I havent had AOL or AIM installed on my computer in over a year. The program went to shit and i don't want that shit on my computer. If AOL wants to stay good with the whole Instant messanging thing, they they need to get their asses in gear an fix the errors in their program and put the whole "Add/Remove" thing back in or else they will run into some serious legal issues with their users.

My parents bought AOL broadband. So I made them buy a routher, and now I don't need the software on my laptop :D