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Tools, Utilities, and Driver Software
What is hpztsb06.exe
The file hpztsb06.exe, known as HP DeskJet Taskbar Utility, is a Hewlett Packard utility that allows diagnostic evaluation and maintenance of the HP DeskJet series printer. This application is stored in the system's registry and is a safe process that is unlikely to cause any harm to the computer. The HP DeskJet Taskbar utility is a component of the driver for the HP DeskJet printer, which allows the installed printer to function accurately and execute all the commands that are called by the user. Print drivers are specific to each model and for the operating system that is installed in the computer. Even for the same printer, the driver will be different for Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8, and particularly for Mac operating systems. Users should ensure that the correct print driver is installed according to the hardware model and the installed operating system in order to execute the full functionality of the printer device.
How can I stop hpztsb06.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. hpztsb06.exe. is used by HP DeskJet Taskbar Utility, If you shut down hpztsb06.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop hpztsb06.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is HP DeskJet Taskbar Utility, 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 HP DeskJet Taskbar Utility, 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 hpztsb06.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 hpztsb06.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if hpztsb06.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 hpztsb06.exe, belongs to, in this case HP DeskJet Taskbar Utility