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aadev.sys

Associated Program: AVM ADSL Adapter Device
Programm Category: Tools, Utilities, and Drivers Software

What is  aadev.sys

This process file is known as AVM ADSL Adapter Device that was developed by AVM Berlin. AVM ADSL Adapter Device is a windows driver that allows the user’s computer to communicate with other installed devices. The aadev.sys can eventually lead to a computer system’s malfunction if viruses infect a user’s computer or if necessary components is reported missing. The program is not visible and is not a Windows system file though it is considered as a legitimate windows process. The aadev.sys has a technical security rating of 40% harmless and has a file size of 639 KB. AVM ADSL Adapter Device works and functions as an essential component in the interconnections of computer programs. In most cases, this process file helps in making any programs or applications run in a normal mode, without unnecessary dysfunctions. If found to be a threat, this process can be uninstalled easily from the Control Panel.

How can I stop aadev.sys and should I?

Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. aadev.sys. is used by AVM ADSL Adapter Device, If you shut down aadev.sys, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop aadev.sys, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is AVM ADSL Adapter Device, from your system.
After uninstalling applications it is a good idea to scan you Windows registry for any left over traces of applications. Registry Reviver by ReviverSoft is a great tool for doing this.

Is this a virus or other security concern?

ReviverSoft Security Verdict

The ReviverSoft experts have not yet reviewed aadev.sys




What is a process and how do they affect my computer?

A process usually a part of an installed application such as AVM ADSL Adapter Device, or your operating system that is responsible for running in functions of that application. Some application require that they have processes running all the time so they can do things such as check for updates or notify you when you get an instant message. Some poorly written applications have many processes that run that may not be required and take up valuable processing power within your computer.

Is aadev.sys known to be bad for my computer's performance?

We have not received any complaint about this process having higher than normal impact on PC performance. If you have had bad experiences with it please let us know in a comment below and we will investigate it further.

What can I do if aadev.sys is causing errors on my computer?

The first thing you should do if aadev.sys. is causing errors on your computer is to run a Windows registry scan with Registry Reviver If you are still seeing errors after this you should uninstall the program that aadev.sys, belongs to, in this case AVM ADSL Adapter Device

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