The executable process file anr.exe, is found running in the Task Manager as the process file anr.exe which is considered to have no visible windows and is not considered as a Windows core file. Upon download of the version 6.1.2011, it is found to be a rogue anti-spyware program and may execute the following behaviours: it varies its structure, rejects interrogation of security products, hides itself from the user and thus the security processes, registers a Dynamic-Link Library and creates other processes in the disc. It is further found in the location of the subfolder C:\Program Files, with a directory %PROGRAMFILES%\Security\Audio Notes Recorder. On Windows 7 or XP, the process file anr.exe has a memory file size of 40,960 bytes in which this considers to run, requiring the use of ports in able to connect to the Internet or to a Local Area Network or LAN.
How can I stop anr.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. anr.exe. is used by Audio Notes Recorder, If you shut down anr.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop anr.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Audio Notes Recorder, 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?
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What is a process and how do they affect my computer?
A process usually a part of an installed application such as Audio Notes Recorder, 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 anr.exe 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 anr.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if anr.exe. 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 anr.exe, belongs to, in this case Audio Notes Recorder