The executable file openvpnsev.exe is associated with the Open VPN program. The Open VPN (Virtual Private Network) software is a client application from HMA Pro VPN. The VPN has the primary function of extending the properties of a private network even on a public network. This will ensure that security settings will still be imposed. In some cases, the VPN will impose a proxy setting. The VPn will provide a different IP address instead of the real IP address. The VPN may even change the location, sometimes even to a different country. When this is implemented, the VPN will bypass any restrictions that are applied to the original IP address. Some users of VPN incorporate this method to bypass their workplace network restrictions, like social network sites and sports sites.
How can I stop openvpnserv.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. openvpnserv.exe. is used by Open VPN by HMA ProVPN, If you shut down openvpnserv.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop openvpnserv.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Open VPN by HMA ProVPN, 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 Open VPN by HMA ProVPN, 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 openvpnserv.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 openvpnserv.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if openvpnserv.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 openvpnserv.exe, belongs to, in this case Open VPN by HMA ProVPN