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sndsrvc.exe

Associated Program: Norton Internet Security
Programm Category: Security software

What is  sndsrvc.exe

Process file called Sndsrvc.exe is a process that is owned by Norton Internet Security Suite. This software is responsible for protecting the the operating system against online threats such as Trojans and Spywares. This threats are usually sent on e-mails or directly attacking the operating system of the user without any authorization. This program is also controlling the sending of scans for outbound e-mail when the option chosen integrates with clients. The software is a start-up entry installed in Windows NT, 2000, 2003, XP, or Vista operating systems. The file size of sndsrvc.exe is 206552 bytes which is considered by Microsoft a trustworthy company having the Verisign signed file (A certified trustworthy company). During starting the Personal computer, sndsrvc.exe will also launch. And this program is necessary to install Norton Internet Security software to avail the full capacity of the software on securing the operating system of the user. The process should not be terminated as some program uses sndsrvc.exe to perform their task as well.

How can I stop sndsrvc.exe and should I?

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

ReviverSoft Security Verdict

The ReviverSoft experts have not yet reviewed sndsrvc.exe




What is a process and how do they affect my computer?

A process usually a part of an installed application such as Norton Internet Security, 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 sndsrvc.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 sndsrvc.exe is causing errors on my computer?

The first thing you should do if sndsrvc.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 sndsrvc.exe, belongs to, in this case Norton Internet Security

About Mark Beare

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