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fsgk32.exe

Associated Program: FSecure Antivirus
Programm Category: Antivirus Software

What is  fsgk32.exe

The fsgk32.exe file is also known as FSecure Gatekeeper Handler II. It is part of the FSecure Antivirus software. The EXE file can monitor applications. Thus, it has earned a security rating of 39% dangerous. There are malware programs which presents themselves as an fsgk32.exe file. So the users need to check if the fsgk32.exe process that has been installed in their computer along with the FSecure software is not a security threat. However, as part of the FSecure Antivirus software, fsgk32.exe is generally considered as safe. The function of the EXE file is the main factor of Gatekeeper technology of FSecure. This technology is an important part of FSecure Internet Security. The EXE file checks the computer for viruses by performing scanning of emails, web pages, and web downloads. It is also an engine for filtering content which can block access to websites which the user deems to be inappropriate. So the user has option to select which websites he wants to block.

How can I stop fsgk32.exe and should I?

Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. fsgk32.exe. is used by FSecure Antivirus, If you shut down fsgk32.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop fsgk32.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is FSecure Antivirus, 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 fsgk32.exe




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

A process usually a part of an installed application such as FSecure Antivirus, 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 fsgk32.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 fsgk32.exe is causing errors on my computer?

The first thing you should do if fsgk32.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 fsgk32.exe, belongs to, in this case FSecure Antivirus

About Mark Beare

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