The module pxwma.dll is part of the software ESSSONIC from Eastman Kodak. This dll file is a browser helper object (BHO) that runs automatically when a user runs an Internet browser. The application is not stopped by a personal firewall since BHOs are identified by the firewall as the browser itself. The BHO is a small program installed as an add-on component to the Internet Explorer Web browser and designed to customize its behavior in some way. It often provides an extra functionality to the browser, for example the inclusion of a specialized toolbar and viewing special features of the Web pages. It enhances the service of the program to which it is added on, and supports the specific tasks for which this process was created. The module pxwma.dll has the capability to track and report the browsing habits of the user and can force the use of a particular search engine or prevent access to certain Websites.
How can I stop pxwma.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. pxwma.dll. is used by ESSSONIC, If you shut down pxwma.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop pxwma.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is ESSSONIC, 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 ESSSONIC, 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 pxwma.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 pxwma.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if pxwma.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 pxwma.dll, belongs to, in this case ESSSONIC