The file dinst.exe is classified as a downloader that is related to Downloader.W32.Intexp.d. The process dinst.exe usually comes bundled with a virus or spyware and its main role is to download other viruses and spyware into the computer. The downloader installs new versions of malicious programs into the computer including other trojans and adware. Once these programs are installed in the system, they are launched or included in a list of programs, which will run automatically when the operating system boots up. Malwares like the trojan downloader are created from virus-making programs by malicious persons and hackers. Machines infected by a trojan will allow a malicious person to see the name of the person or company that owns the PC, its location, and other technical data. It enables the person with remote access to change the date on the computer, operate its webcam, capture and change the passwords, or monitor the computing activities such as Web sites visited, and has the capability to redirect the browser to another site or a fake site.
How can I stop dinst.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. dinst.exe. is used by NA, If you shut down dinst.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop dinst.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is NA, 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 NA, 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 dinst.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 dinst.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if dinst.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 dinst.exe, belongs to, in this case NA