Most reports from anti-virus programs have classified avpi32.dll as malware. The creator of the file is unknown. DLL files are dynamically linked or loaded files that can work or affect the activities or behavior of other DLL files or another executable application. It can inject codes into other processes. It can alter the activities on your Internet browser. It can also monitor applications and steal personal information to be sent to the malware that is using it such as spyware or adware. It is usually not visible to the user. The avpi32.dll file is hidden. It is not a system file for Windows. It may be a compressed file. Most reviews have identified avpi32.dll file as an unsafe process. DLL files when used as malware can execute, create or terminate processes. They also resist the interrogation of security and system processes.
How can I stop avpi32.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. avpi32.dll. is used by avpi32.dll, If you shut down avpi32.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop avpi32.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is avpi32.dll, 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 avpi32.dll, 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 avpi32.dll 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 avpi32.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if avpi32.dll. 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 avpi32.dll, belongs to, in this case avpi32.dll