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Comodo Internet Security Software Suite
What is guard32.dll
The DLL module guard32.dll is related to the software Comodo Internet Security. The file loads modules for the executable cfp.exe. The DLL file is stored in C:\Windows\System 32\guard32.dll, which is the default folder of the file. The executable file that loads the guard32.dll modules is associated with the free firewall feature of the Comodo Internet Security software suite. The software features real-time protection for the system by blocking malware, viruses and spyware. There are two known versions of the guard32.dll file: version 5, 12, 256249, 2599 and version 5, 10, 228257, 2253. The first version has a file size of approximately 294.2 KB, while the second version has an approximate size of 294.16 KB. Version 5, 12, 256249, 2599 is compatible with Windows Vista Business, while version 5, 10, 228257, 2253 is most compatible with Windows 7 Ultimate N. The software is published by COMODO Security Solutions. Removing or altering the guard32.dll file will result in the free firewall service being unable to load and launch on the computer.
How can I stop guard32.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. guard32.dll. is used by Free Firewall DLL module, If you shut down guard32.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop guard32.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Free Firewall DLL module, 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 Free Firewall DLL module, 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 guard32.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 guard32.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if guard32.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 guard32.dll, belongs to, in this case Free Firewall DLL module