Not even sure what LimeWire is. My daughter dowloaded this program a long time ago and is since gone and living on her own. From what I gather at first glance this is some type of FTP program for music and videos. I can't even find an icon and have searched my computer for a clue. NOTHING. AHH! The worst thing is that I want this thing to quit prompting me to download a newer version. I can't even find the OLD version. I think I would actualy like to delete this whole thing from my system but I can't even find it. What is it? Where is it? I just want it to stop!

It may even be something that I would like to use. BUT until I can find out how to stop it from terrorizing me every time I turn my computer on, I feel like calling the X-Files. I'm afraid to click on the "upgrade now" link because I'm afraid it will do something sneaky without letting me say NO...get this thing away from me!

When I run a search for it, do I need to search for a different file name?It's so frustrating that I just want it to go away. PLEASE, someone help me. I just want to UNINSTALL this thing.

Thank you....Gary

Windows users should uninstall LW via start > all programs > Limewire > uninstall or C:\Program Files\Limewire\uninstall. If you've tried to uninstall via add/remove programs, that can cause some problems & in that case use your computer's search to look for all files & folders with limewire in the name. Delete what you find.

Are you getting these popups just the once, when you turn the computer on? Or are they popping up randomly all the time? If you're getting constant popups, sounds like you have a worm. This is usually caused by downloading an infected file! There's a fix here to try, it's worked for a lot of people. Click on the link below.
The easy fix for Limewire popping up every few seconds (try this first)

And more info here.
WARNING: Viruses on network you should be aware of!

If you still need help, try one of the sites below...they're more specialised in helping with malware issues

Spyware Warrior :: Index
CastleCops® » Security Forums
SpywareInfo Forum FAQ - SWI Forums

If you do decide to use LW, always make sure that you're using a good AV program. Keep it updated & use it to scan all files that you download before you open them.

Whomever you are...(was it Australia?)...I thank you very much. I was able to find it with your help...I think anyway and have, again I think,
successfully unistalled it. I failed to mention that I indeed am running Windows and was fortunate that you assumed (perfectly) that I was.

It was only popping up on startup so I didn't think I had a worm as you suggested. It was just bugging the sh*t out of me.

I"m not a very good Internet user but I usually muddle my way through, especially with help from good people like yourself.

Actually LimeWire looks kinda cool and like something I might like to learn about and try sometime in the future. Maybe you could direct me to the easiest place to learn about this type of...I guess it's some type of file sharing program... for some cool stuff to do in my spare time. Doing these Forums is something I haven't done for a long time either.

Thanks again and "g'day"(?)....Gary

Yes, LW is a file sharing application. Here are some links with info, if you do decide to give LW a try then make sure to read the FAQ & User Guide before you get started
LimeWire - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
LimeWire FAQ and User Guide

If you use the forum search here as well (search option's up the top, between New Posts & Quick Links), you'll be able to look through past threads...heaps of info here! There are sticky threads in each of the different sections that have answers to commonly asked questions.

If you do download LW, make sure to download only from the official site.
Lime Wire » Download LimeWire
Start off with the free basic version first, don't even think about buying the Pro version until you're sure you're happy with LW. If you ever do decide to buy Pro...please, please save & back up your Pro installers

And if you do start using LW & don't want it starting up as soon as you turn on the computer - tools > options > advanced > system startup. Untick 'run on system startup' > apply > ok!!