how to uninstall internet explorer in Windows vista/Xp

Method 1: Reset the Internet Explorer settings

If you have Internet Explorer 7 or Internet Explorer 8 installed, you can repair damaged files or missing registration information in Internet Explorer 7 or in Internet Explorer 8. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Start Internet Explorer.
2. On the Tools menu, click Internet Options.
3. On the Advanced tab, click Reset.
4. In the Reset Internet Explorer Settings dialog box, click Reset to confirm.

Method 2: Reinstall Internet Explorer 7 or Internet Explorer 8

For Internet Explorer 7

To download and reinstall Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP, visit the  Microsoft Download Center Web site:

For Internet Explorer 8

To download and reinstall Internet Explorer 8 for Windows XP, visit the  Microsoft Download Center Web site: