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taskswitch.exe

Associated Program: Microsoft Windows

Programm Category: Operating System Software

What is taskswitch.exe

The process taskswitch.exe is used in Microsoft Windows operating systems which include the Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7. This file is an add-on to that OS and is considered as a tool under “Powertoys” that provides additional features to Windows XP system. In addition, this file is commonly known as Alt-Tab Replacement Utility. This means that it is a process that improves or provides the graphic display during switching when two or more programs are actively running. A user is only going to key in ALT + TAB to access the current programs and switch from one to another. Like other operating system software and tools, this file does not have any visible user interface but actively loads when the computer is on. The advantage of using the ALT + TAB key through this process is that it lets a user preview image of all applications at once. It helps minimize time or the use of the mouse.

How can I stop taskswitch.exe and should I?

Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. taskswitch.exe. is used by Microsoft Windows, If you shut down taskswitch.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop taskswitch.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 taskswitch.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 taskswitch.exe is causing errors on my computer?

The first thing you should do if taskswitch.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 taskswitch.exe, belongs to, in this case Microsoft Windows

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