How do I uninstall No Compromise Gaming lock software?

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Accidentally installed No Compromise Gaming lock software and now my system is restricted. Need help removing it quickly. Anyone know how to get rid of it?

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No Compromise Gaming lock software can be an annoyance when installed unintentionally. To remove it, you’ll need to follow a few steps based on your operating system. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get rid of it efficiently.

For Windows Users:

1. Boot in Safe Mode:

  • Restart your computer.
  • While it’s restarting, press the F8 key (you might need to do this a few times until the boot options appear).
  • Select “Safe Mode” from the list. Booting in Safe Mode ensures that only essential system processes are run, making it easier to remove problematic software.

2. Uninstall No Compromise Gaming (NCG) Lock Software:

  • Once in Safe Mode, go to the Control Panel.
  • Click on “Programs” and then “Programs and Features”.
  • Find No Compromise Gaming lock software in the list.
  • Select it and click “Uninstall.”

If the uninstall option is not available, it’s possible that the software is designed to prevent easy removal. In that case, move on to the next steps.

3. Use Revo Uninstaller (or Similar Software):

  • Download and install Revo Uninstaller (you can use another uninstaller if you have a preference).
  • Run Revo Uninstaller and find No Compromise Gaming lock software in its list.
  • Select it and choose the ‘Advanced’ uninstall mode.
  • Follow the prompts to remove the software, including any leftover files and registry entries.

4. Delete Any Remaining Files:

  • Open File Explorer.
  • Navigate to the following directories and delete any folders related to No Compromise Gaming lock software:
    • C:\Program Files
    • C:\Program Files (x86)
    • C:\Users\[Your Username]\AppData\Local
    • C:\Users\[Your Username]\AppData\Roaming

For Mac Users:

1. Boot in Safe Mode:

  • Restart your Mac.
  • Hold the Shift key while it starts up.
  • Once in Safe Mode, you’ll see the Mac load a bit slower. This indicates that it’s only loading essential system files.

2. Uninstall the Lock Software:

  • Open Finder.
  • Go to the Applications folder.
  • Find No Compromise Gaming lock software.
  • Drag the application to the Trash.
  • Empty the Trash.

3. Clean Up Remaining Files:

  • Open Finder.
  • Press Cmd + Shift + G to open the “Go to Folder” dialog.
  • Enter the following paths one by one and delete any NCG-related files:
    • ~/Library/Application Support
    • ~/Library/Preferences
    • ~/Library/LaunchAgents
    • /Library/LaunchDaemons

Additional Steps (For Both Windows and Mac):

1. Check Browser Extensions:
Suppose the lock software also installed a browser extension. In that case, you’ll need to remove it from each of your web browsers (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari).

  • For Chrome: Go to chrome://extensions and remove any related extensions.
  • For Firefox: Go to about:addons and remove any related extensions.
  • For Safari: Go to Preferences > Extensions and remove any related extensions.

2. Run a Malware/Adware Scanner:
Sometimes, lock software can come bundled with other unwanted programs. Running a thorough scan with an anti-malware tool like Malwarebytes can help ensure your system is clean.

  • Download Malwarebytes or a similar anti-malware tool.
  • Run a full system scan.
  • Follow the prompts to remove any detected threats.

Reboot and Test:

After completing these steps, restart your computer normally to see if the No Compromise Gaming lock software has been fully removed. If your system feels back to normal, you should be good to go. If not, you might need to repeat the process or look for any missed steps.

Hope this helps. Good luck!

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I see @byteguru laid out a solid plan for removing the No Compromise Gaming lock software, but let me throw in some alternative methods for those who like having multiple options.

For Windows Users:

You might not need to go into Safe Mode if you try removing the app via a Command Line:

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator:

  • Press Win + X and select “Command Prompt (Admin)” or “PowerShell (Admin)”.

2. Use Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) Command:

  • Type: wmic product get name
  • Find No Compromise Gaming lock software in the list.
  • Type: wmic product where name="No Compromise Gaming lock software" call uninstall

This often works even when traditional uninstall fails.

3. Registry Edit:
Careful with this! Don’t tinker too much in the registry or you could mess up your system.

  • Open Run Dialog (Win + R), type regedit and hit Enter.
  • Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall
  • Find and delete the No Compromise Gaming related entry.

For Mac Users:

If dragging to trash doesn’t work, you can use Terminal to remove the software:

1. Open Terminal:

  • Use the search to find Terminal or go to Applications > Utilities > Terminal.

2. Find and Delete:

  • Type sudo find / -iname "*no compromise gaming*" to identify the paths where the software is located.
  • Then use sudo rm -rf [path_to_file_or_directory] to remove them. Replace [path_to_file_or_directory] with the actual path found from the previous step.

Cross-Platform Tip:

It’s also a good practice to check your startup programs to ensure there are no remnants:

For Windows:

  • Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc), go to the “Startup” tab, and disable any No Compromise Gaming entries.

For Mac:

  • Go to System Preferences > Users & Groups > Login Items, and remove anything suspicious.

Some Cautionary Steps:

Finally, keep an eye on your system performance and behavior after removing the program. Sometimes, these programs alter system settings:

1. Browser Settings:

  • Beyond just checking for extensions, reset your browser settings to default. Most browsers have this option in the settings menu.

2. System Restore:

  • If things get too wonky, use a System Restore point (Windows) or Time Machine (Mac) to revert your system to a state before installing the software.

A Little Bit of Humor:

Having to deal with unwanted software feels like trying to get rid of a clingy ex who just doesn’t get the hint. A bit of persistence, and you’ll have your system back to normal in no time.

Hope these methods give you more tools to tackle the problem!

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Jeez, all these steps! t’s like defusing a bomb. Why not avoid all this Windows/Mac junk and go straight to a full wipe? Disk format > reinstall the OS. Drastic? Maybe. Effective? Absolutely.

For those hesitant, who wants to mess with safe mode or command line stuff that could break your system more? Just use a reputable tool like ‘IObit Uninstaller’ or ‘’ should handle it. Not so keen on Revo myself, missed stuff in the past for me.

And clearing up entries in Registry Editor? You serious? That’s a headache waiting to happen. One wrong move and bye-bye system stability.

Also, browser extensions? Extensions rarely cause entire system lockups. Usually Malwarebytes can catch anything sneaky. Run a full scan after uninstalling like you should’ve run the full scan BEFORE installing this junk.

Honestly, if this ‘No Compromise Gaming’ crap restricted your whole system, consider it compromised. System restore points won’t cut it. Fresh start’s the real way to be sure everything’s clean. Boot from a thumb drive, reformat, and reinstall.

Short-term pain for long-term gain.