How can you uninstall Microsoft silverlight?

How to uninstall Silverlight

1. Quit all open internet browsers.
2. Click on the Start button.
3. Select Control Panel.
4. Select Programs & Features.
5. Locate and click on Microsoft Silverlight, then click Uninstall. ...
6. Your PC will notify you when the uninstall process is complete.

1. Do you need Microsoft Silverlight on your computer?
2. Is Microsoft Silverlight a virus?
3. What is MS Silverlight and do I need it?
4. How do I remove Silverlight from my browser launcher?
5. Why was Silverlight discontinued?
6. Is it OK to uninstall Microsoft Silverlight?
7. What does Microsoft Silverlight do?
8. Do you have to have Silverlight to watch Netflix?
9. Can I use Silverlight in Chrome?
10. What applications use Silverlight?
11. How do I fix Silverlight on Windows 10?
12. What is Microsoft Silverlight out of browser launcher?

Do you need Microsoft Silverlight on your computer?

Its not a requirement to have it installed, but as noted, some web pages utilize it for streaming multimedia content. I believe the last Olympics which MSNBC had exclusive rights to stream on the web, required Silverlight. Its what you call a Rich Internet Application, similar to Adobe Flash.

Is Microsoft Silverlight a virus?

Silverlight is a Microsoft product that allows you to view video on certain websites much like Adobe Flash Player is required to watch most video online. It is not a virus but the notification you are receiving may indicate you have or had a infection of some sort that corrupted it.

What is MS Silverlight and do I need it?

Silverlight is Microsoft's technology to improve web content and your overall Internet experience. With Silverlight, browsers can play MP3, WMV and WMA files without Windows Media Player opening or the WMP ActiveX control. It supports multi-media content such as animation, video playback, and interactive features.

How do I remove Silverlight from my browser launcher?

To uninstall, just right-click the application and select remove. Nothing is left on your computer, and you don't have to reboot. Installing and running Silverlight applications outside the browser does not put your computer at any additional risk.

Why was Silverlight discontinued?

The Mono Team abandoned development of Moonlight, a free and open-source implementation of both the Silverlight 1 and 2 runtimes. Development was discontinued in 2012 due to the poor acceptance of Silverlight and the restrictions imposed by Microsoft.

Is it OK to uninstall Microsoft Silverlight?

Silverlight is a web framework, similar to Adobe Flash, that once enabled rich media content in your browser. ... You won't lose anything by uninstalling Silverlight.

What does Microsoft Silverlight do?

Microsoft Silverlight is a free web-browser plug-in that enables interactive media experiences, rich business applications and immersive mobile apps.

Do you have to have Silverlight to watch Netflix?

If you want to watch Netflix on your PC, you will need to use Silverlight. “If you do not already have Microsoft Silverlight plug-in installed, you will be prompted to download and install the free plug-in for your web browser. Just follow the instructions to get started,” prompted Netflix.

Can I use Silverlight in Chrome?

On Chrome version 45 or a later version of Chrome, there is no workaround for this issue. You must use a browser that supports Silverlight content to access a Silverlight page. ... On the address bar in Chrome, type chrome://flags/#enable-npapi . In the Enable NPAPI Mac, Windows box, click Enable.

What applications use Silverlight?

Silverlight works on all major OS's plus all major browsers, including Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari, and yes, Internet Explorer.

How do I fix Silverlight on Windows 10?

RIGHT click on the Windows 10 START button and select COMMAND PROMPT (ADMIN) Type SFC /SCANNOW and press enter (not case sensitive) Wait for the System File Checker to complete and then reboot regardless of what is says. Click THIS link to see if your browser thinks Silverlight is installed.

What is Microsoft Silverlight out of browser launcher?

Silverlight out of browser allows websites to build even closer, persistent relationships with customers. It enables the application to be placed in a restricted store on the user's machine; and then provide a link directly to it from the user's desktop or start menu.