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Found the following folders in C:ProgramDataMicrosoft:
Microsoft Security Client
Microsoft Security Essentials
Microsoft Standalone System Sweeper Tool
I have uninstalled MSE and installed a different AV program. At least 1 if not all of these appear to be remnants of my former MSE install. Is it OK to delete these? Someone who has NEVER had MSE installed on their PC could see if any of these folders exist on their PC as one possible test for deleting these.
Thanks
Found the following folders in C:ProgramDataMicrosoft:
Microsoft Security Client
Microsoft Security Essentials
Microsoft Standalone System Sweeper ToolI have uninstalled MSE and installed a different AV program. At least 1 if not all of these appear to be remnants of my former MSE install. Is it OK to delete these? Someone who has NEVER had MSE installed on their PC could see if any of these folders exist on their PC as one possible test for deleting these.
I’ve never had MSE installed and don’t have any of those folders in C:ProgramDataMicrosoft. Rename them all by adding .old to the end of each foldername and leave for a week or two. If no adverse effects (and there isn’t any reason why there would be… it’s just for your peace of mind) then delete them to the Recycle Bin.
PS – As Roland says, you should have a backup of your OS anyway, so this would be a multiple belt-and-braces approach. 
Hope this helps…
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