How Do I Delete Steam in Ubuntu?

To delete Steam in Ubuntu, you primarily use the terminal with specific commands. This method ensures the software and its configuration files are removed from your system.

Here's a simple, step-by-step guide based on the information from the Ubuntu Linux reference:

Steps to Uninstall Steam in Ubuntu

You will use the apt package manager via the terminal to remove Steam.

1. Open the Terminal:

   • Press the Ctrl + Alt + T keys simultaneously on your keyboard. This action opens a new terminal window.

2. Initiate the Standard Removal:

   • In the terminal window, type the following command:

     sudo apt-get remove steam

   • Press the ↵ Enter key. You may be prompted to enter your user password. Type it (it won't show as you type) and press ↵ Enter again. This command removes the Steam application files but may leave some configuration files behind.

3. Perform a Complete Removal (Purge):

   • After the standard removal is complete, type the following command in the terminal:

     sudo apt-get purge steam

   • Press the ↵ Enter key. Confirm if prompted. This command removes the application and its configuration files, providing a cleaner uninstall.

Command	Description	Effect
sudo apt-get remove steam	Removes the Steam package.	Leaves configuration files behind.
sudo apt-get purge steam	Removes the Steam package and configuration files.	Provides a complete removal of the application's traces.

Using both remove and purge ensures that Steam and most related files are removed from your Ubuntu system.

This method is the standard way to uninstall software packages installed via the APT package manager in Ubuntu, as referenced by Ubuntu Linux documentation.