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Should I Delete Msiexec?

Sarah Jenkins • • 7 min read
Should I Delete Msiexec?

Msiexec.exe is a safe Microsoft process, which belongs to the Windows Installer Component and is used to install new programs that use Windows Installer package files (MSI). This program is important for the stable and secure running of your computer and should not be terminated.

What is the purpose of msiexec exe?

MsiExec.exe is the executable program of the Windows Installer used to interpret installation packages and install products on target systems. After you build your release, you can install your Windows Installer package (. msi) from the command line.

How do I get rid of msiexec?

  1. If you have access to the original MSI used for the installation, you can simply right click it in Windows Explorer and select Uninstall.
  2. As stated above you can do the same by command line: msiexec /x filename.msi /q.
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