How can I completely uninstall 360 Total Security from my PC?
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I'm having a hard time fully uninstalling 360 Total Security from my Windows computer. I've done a lot to try and remove it: I used Revo Uninstaller, deleted all associated folders from Program Files, ProgramData, and AppData, cleaned out the registry for any entries related to Qihoo, 360, and Total Security, and even booted into Safe Mode to get rid of what I could. But even after all this, I keep seeing the "360 Total Security (32 bit)" processes running in the Task Manager after restarting my PC normally. The process leads to a folder at C:Program Files (x86)360Total SecurityQHSafeTray, but I'm unable to delete the files in that folder, even in Safe Mode. Is this possibly malware, and how can I finally remove it? Thanks for your help!
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You should be able to take ownership of that folder while in Safe Mode and delete it without any issues. If that doesn't work, try downloading Unlocker Portable from MajorGeeks; it can help force the removal of stubborn files.
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UserNameChanged: I tried using the non-portable version of Unlocker, but when I uninstalled 360 Total Security, my PC restarted and it was still there. So frustrating!