The process name for the file netdde.exe is Network Dynamic Data Exchange. This is related to the built-in Dynamic Data Exchange, which is installed with Windows OS drivers. The file serves as a tool for applications to connect with other applications over a local network. For instance, NetDDE enables one user to send a message through WinChat to another end-user, and in exchange; NDDE allows the recipient to receive the message the minute that it is sent. If the file is disabled on the recipient’s computer, they will not be able to receive the message; unless WinChat is kept open on the computer, practically 24/7. This is a background process that is optional to run. Where NetDDE modules are not being used, users disable the file. Although the file installs with Windows OS installers, it is not a system file; so disabling it should not cause any conflicts with your system; based on users’ observation.
How can I stop netdde.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. netdde.exe. is used by Microsoft Windows, If you shut down netdde.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop netdde.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Microsoft Windows, 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 Microsoft Windows, 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 netdde.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 netdde.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if netdde.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 netdde.exe, belongs to, in this case Microsoft Windows