Disable Homegroup

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Created on September 26, 2009. Last modified on January 22, 2010.

windowsNot everyone will find the new Homegroup feature in Windows 7 useful. Unfortunately there is no uninstall option to actually remove it, but here is how to disable it and remove it from Windows Explorer:





  1. If you already joined a Homegroup, leave it first before continuing.
  2. Click the Start button and type Services (alternatively Control Panel > System and Security > Administrative Tools > Services).
  3. Look for the HomeGroup Listener, stop and disable.
  4. Look for HomeGroup Provider, stop and disable.
  5. Restart the PC.

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