AOL Toolbar Removal
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What Is The AOL Toolbar?
While some browser toolbars add functionality, they are considered a security risk for many browser programs. A large number of third-party toolbars are made for this express purpose, designed as malware and disguised as a useful tool. The AOL Toolbar in particular prevents your computer from connecting with SafeConnect through a browser such as Internet Explorer. Removing the toolbar, using these simple directions, should enable you to connect to SafeConnect and register. If you still cannot connect, your machine might be infected with spyware.
How did I get the AOL Toolbar?
When installing a new version of AIM (v.5.9.3861) the process puts AOL Explorer and AOL Toolbar options in your browser. Thus, unless you deselect the AOL Toolbar option, it will be installed. It is because of this action that the toolbar can be considered malware.
Removing the AOL Toolbar in 2000/XP
1. Click the Start button, and then click on Control Panel.
2. Double-click on the Add/Remove Programs icon toward the top of the window.
3. Find "AOL Toolbar" and click on change/remove. This will remove the AOL Toolbar.
Removing the AOL Toolbar in Vista
1. Click the Start button, and then click on Control Panel.
2. Double-click on the Programs and Features icon in the window.
3. Find "AOL Toolbar", right-click, and select "Uninstall" from the menu that appears.
Related Links:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Browser_toolbar
