How to Uninstall Flash on Linux

Linux is an operating system that is unlike Windows in that it is developed collaboratively. As such, Linux isn't owned by a single corporation or entity. Many computer developers use Linux because of its flexibility. That is, you can make changes to the operating system and its functions by calling and making changes to code within the system. When using Linux, installing and removing applications like the Adobe Flash player differs slightly from Windows.

Instructions

1. Double-click "My Computer" on the desktop of your Linux machine.

2. Navigate to the following directory: "/home/<username>/.mozilla/plugins/."

3. Locate the following two file names:

   libflashplayer.so

   flashplayer.xpt

4. Delete the two files by right-clicking the files and selecting "Delete." The Adobe Flash player is uninstalled.

References

• Adobe: Adobe Flash Player for Linux Readme
• Linux: What Is Linux--An Overview of the Linux Operating System