The hookprocesscreation.dll file is the process called Program Protector that is part of the application Program Protector created by Blumentals Software. A dynamic link library [DLL] file is a program that has functions that can be shared by other programs. It is easy to install and arrange. It has a mechanism for shared code and data that can be applied to various applications at the same time. The hookprocesscreation.dll file can alter or control the behavior of other programs. This process is not visible. It is not a core file for Windows. It records inputs. Program Protector is a security tool that lets you protect applications using a password. It uses a special algorithm that modifies the executable file of the program so that it will require the valid password before starting the program. It also maintains a protected program list and activity logging. It lets you customize password prompts and integrate usage tips and help system.
How can I stop hookprocesscreation.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. hookprocesscreation.dll. is used by Program Protector, If you shut down hookprocesscreation.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop hookprocesscreation.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Program Protector, 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.
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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 Program Protector, 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 hookprocesscreation.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 hookprocesscreation.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if hookprocesscreation.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 hookprocesscreation.dll, belongs to, in this case Program Protector