The mfc42loc.dll is a Direct Link Library (DLL) file that contains localized resources that are intended for the Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFC) library. The DLL files comprise a module that is part of the full English version of Windows XP SP2. One of the most popular versions of the Windows operating system, XP is a shortcut for eXPerience, that means this software provide enhanced user experienced. The SP2 version adds new functionalities to the program and provides improved security to users. The new functionalities include an improved Wi-Fi support with a wizard utility, partial Bluetooth support, WPA encryption compatibility, and a pop-up ad blocker for IE 6. The feature called Windows Security Center that provides a general overview of the system security and monitors the state of the antivirus system, Windows Update, and the new Windows Firewall enhances system security. This version also allows interface with a third party antivirus and firewall applications.

Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. mfc42loc.dll. is used by Windows XP SP2, If you shut down mfc42loc.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop mfc42loc.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Windows XP SP2, 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.

The ReviverSoft experts have not yet reviewed mfc42loc.dll

A process usually a part of an installed application such as Windows XP SP2, 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.

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.

The first thing you should do if mfc42loc.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 mfc42loc.dll, belongs to, in this case Windows XP SP2