Can I uninstall the older versions of updates on my computer and just leave the most current one installed?

Can I uninstall the older versions of updates on my computer and just leave the most current one installed?
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answer:Yes, I think so, but don’t ask me how. I have my computer tech guy make house calls for all of my technical ignorance. lol He updates things once or twice a year, and does, whatever he does, to keep things running smoothly. It might be worth $70—$80 to have the pro-geek intervene. ;-)
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