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3 Ways to Uninstall Cygwin on Windows
Get rid of the process in no time with our expert solutions
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Updated onJuly 25, 2024
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Cygwin is a popular software amongst developers due to its ability to allow the compiling of Linux-based applications on Windows. And given its advanced operation, users can’t uninstall Cygwin in Windows like the other apps.
There is no option inSettingstouninstall the program, and users can’t find Cygwin inControl Panel. So, can you remove Cywin from Windows? The answer is yes, but it’s a little more complicated than one would imagine. Let’s find out!
Is Cygwin safe to install?
Yes, Cygwin is safe to install! It’s the go-to software for many developers due to the availability of various open-source tools. It serves as a viable solution for those looking to run Linux apps on Windows.
So, if you haven’t yet made up your mind to uninstall Cygwin in Windows, here are a few benefits of it:
How do I completely remove Cygwin?
1. Using the Command Prompt
That’s it! Though slightly time-consuming, this is the simplest way to uninstall Cygwin with CMD in Windows 7, as well as the other iterations. After uninstalling all Cygwin packages and the remnant files, you will alsofree up significant disk space.
2. By modifying the permissions
Another way to uninstall Cygwin in Windows is via File Explorer aftertaking the folder ownership. This is very similar to the Command Prompt method, the difference being that all operations are performed manually. And do not forget to clear the Registry entries and any cache, as detailed earlier.
3. With a third-party uninstaller
If you find the two solutions to be rather complicated, a quick way to uninstall Cygwin in Windows 11 is to usededicated uninstaller software. These can identify any processes and apps on the computer and quickly remove them.
Besides removing the program, an uninstaller will also identify any Registry entries and look up the app cache, ensuring that it’s all deleted alongside.
Before you leave, do check ourcomparison of Linux and Windows, to get a better understanding of the two.
For any queries or to share which method worked best for you, drop a comment below.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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