Windows live mail icon on desktop
The Windows Live Mail icon on the desktop!
If you're seeing the Windows Live Mail icon on your desktop, it's likely because you had Windows Live Mail installed on your computer at some point in the past. Windows Live Mail was a free email client developed by Microsoft, but it's no longer supported or updated.
Here are a few possible reasons why you might still see the icon:
- Leftover from a previous installation: If you previously installed Windows Live Mail on your computer, the icon might still be present on your desktop even if you've since uninstalled the program.
- Shortcut to a non-existent program: It's possible that the icon is a shortcut to a non-existent program or a file that's no longer present on your computer.
- Malware or virus: In rare cases, the icon might be a result of malware or a virus that's trying to trick you into opening a fake email client.
To get rid of the icon, you can try the following:
- Right-click the icon and select "Delete": This should remove the icon from your desktop.
- Check for malware: Run a full scan with your antivirus software to ensure your computer is free from malware.
- Uninstall any remaining Windows Live Mail components: If you still have Windows Live Mail installed, you can try uninstalling it from the Control Panel (Windows key + X > Control Panel > Programs and Features).
- Update your Windows operating system: Make sure your Windows operating system is up to date, as newer versions of Windows often include improved security features that can help remove unwanted icons.
If none of these steps work, you can try contacting Microsoft support or seeking assistance from a computer technician to help you resolve the issue.