This simple tweak will disable the Windows Installer on your system and the users can’t install new third-party softwares.Īfter implementing this fix, you can’t install any software from package installers. C:\Windows\System32\msiexec.exe,1Ĭlose the Registry Editor. Now, copy-paste this value in the box and click on “ OK“.
Then, double click on the “ (Default)” key on the right-hand side to modify it.ĥ. Now, go to this location on the registry editor – Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\Msi.Package\DefaultIconĤ. In any case of data corruption, restoring this backup will help you resolve further problems.ģ.
Then click on “ Export” to make a new backup on your computer. If you haven’t backed up the registry, after opening the Registry Editor, click on “ File“.
Before you proceed further, we suggest creating a registry backup of the system. Registry Editor stores sensitive details of your system files and apps. Registry Editor screen will appear within seconds. First of all, press the Windows key+R keys together.