If you’re experiencing issues with Microsoft Office 2010 Starter after a Windows 10 update, the solution may be to uninstall and then reinstall the software. This can be a tricky process, but with the right steps, you can get your Office 2010 Starter back up and running.
Uninstall Microsoft Office 2010 Starter
The first step is to uninstall the existing Microsoft Office 2010 Starter installation. Here’s how to do it:
Click Start (or Start > Run in Windows XP).
Type appwiz.cpl, and then press Enter.
Make sure you see “Microsoft Office 2010” in the list of installed programs. You’ll need this to reinstall Office Starter 2010 later.
Click “Microsoft Office Starter 2010”, and then click “Uninstall” (or “Remove” in Windows XP).
Follow the instructions to uninstall Office Starter 2010.
Reinstall Microsoft Office 2010 Starter
Now that you’ve uninstalled Office 2010 Starter, it’s time to reinstall it. Here’s how:
Click Start > All Programs > Microsoft Office 2010.
Click “Use”.
Click “Open”. This will reinstall Office Starter 2010.
If you’re still experiencing issues, you may need to do a full restore of your computer to reinstall Microsoft Office Starter 2010. Contact the computer manufacturer for more information on your options.