The file gg.exe, known as Gadu-Gadu - program glowny, belongs to software Gadu-Gadu. Gadu-Gadu (GG), the Polish word for chitchat, is an instant messaging client with a proprietary protocol that is popular in Poland. This application uses its own proprietary protocol that identifies users with a unique serial number. In addition to Instant Messaging services, GG supports file sharing, conference and voice chat, and also features a casual gaming portal with many active users. It provides automatic updates to users and ensures security by protecting passwords against unauthorized read in the configuration file. The application is skinnable and uses a tabbed chat window, and has the ability to play radio without installing additional software. Other features include integrated avatars with MojaGeneracja (MyGeneration) services, spelling checker, instant contacts search bar, and anti-spam filter. GG is free but it is also adware that displays popups while it is being used.
How can I stop gg.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. gg.exe. is used by Gadu-Gadu, If you shut down gg.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop gg.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Gadu-Gadu, 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 Gadu-Gadu, 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 gg.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 gg.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if gg.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 gg.exe, belongs to, in this case Gadu-Gadu