Which action best describes what an uninstaller does?

• A. Adds new programs
• B. Cleans up temporary files
• C. Removes installed programs
• D. Updates system files

Answer: (C)

An uninstaller’s role is to remove software that has been installed on the computer. When you run it, the tool targets the program’s files, registry entries or configuration data, shortcuts, and other components placed during installation, and deletes them so the program is fully removed from the system. This frees up disk space and helps prevent leftover items from causing issues later. It’s different from installing new programs, which adds components to the system, and from updating system files, which applies newer versions rather than removing anything. Some uninstallers may offer to clean up leftover data, but the primary action is the removal of the installed program.