Putty Upgrade Does Not Remove Old Version

When upgrading PuTTY from version 0.79 or higher, the older version is not automatically uninstalled. This is due to a deliberate change in the PuTTY 0.79 installer to address a bug, as noted in their release notes.

Problem

The 0.79 installer does not remove 0.78 or earlier versions. As a result:

  • Both versions may coexist on the system.
  • This can lead to confusion or potential conflicts.

Solution

  • Manual Uninstallation
    • If both versions are installed, uninstall version 0.78 (or older).
  • Automated Removal Using an Automox Worklet

Additional Resources

For more details about the new features and changes in PuTTY 0.79, refer to the official release notes.

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