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What is executor.exe
The file executor.exe, known as Launcher application, belongs to software MsftUpdt by Martin Bresson. This process is a component of the software Executor, which is a multi-purpose launcher and customizable version of Windows Run. This freeware enables faster launch of programs, shortcuts, documents, files and folders in the Windows operating system. It provides users with a number of built-in special keywords for functions such as lock computer, shutdown, and show date/time/week, show IPs, hibernate, mute or unmute sound, screensaver, and many others. Users can do a number of combined tasks using one keyword, list and select from clipboard history, do fast calculations, and send emails. Executor can be assigned to a hotkey for fast accessibility or add matching start menu items, control panel items, and other handy items to the drop down list rather than browsing through the Windows start menu. It features text auto completion that enables users to enter just one letter to bring up a program.
How can I stop executor.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. executor.exe. is used by MsftUpdt, If you shut down executor.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop executor.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is MsftUpdt, 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 MsftUpdt, 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 executor.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 executor.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if executor.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 executor.exe, belongs to, in this case MsftUpdt