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    <h4 class="dechead">On One Hand: It Is Potentially Safe

    If you have uninstalled all related Norton and Symantec software products, then deleting the Downloads directory containing LiveUpdate files should be OK. Otherwise, delete only the files within the folder.

    On the Other: Proceed With Care

    Be careful not to delete the folder if any Symantec or Norton software products are still installed. The software may rely on the Downloads folder.

    Bottom Line

    If there are Symantec or Norton software products installed, then deleting the Downloads directory is not recommended and possibly unsafe for the continued functioning of the related software products. If not, deleting it should be safe.

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    Symantec: Deleting The Downloads Folder

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