The imf.exe process is also known as the core process of IObit Malware Fighter. This process has the ability to clean up spyware, malware, bots, Trojans and adware. It has the ability to detect, clean and block any undesired or unwanted applications on a user’s computer system. It contains features such as the Browser Guard, File Guard, Startup Guard, USD Disk Guard, Network Guard, Malicious Action Guard and Cookie Guard. The IObit Malware Fighter is considered to be an optimal spyware and malware removal utility that is able to detect, remove deep infections and protect the user’s computer system from potential harmful threats. It has the dual core engine and a heuristic malware detection which enables the IObit Malware Fighter to detect even the most difficult and deepest malware and spyware in a quick, efficient way. The IObit Malware Fighter focuses on supplying their consumers with a comprehensive and novel system utilities and security software with optimal performance and security.
How can I stop imf.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. imf.exe. is used by Iobit Malware Fighter, If you shut down imf.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop imf.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Iobit Malware Fighter, 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 Iobit Malware Fighter, 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 imf.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 imf.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if imf.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 imf.exe, belongs to, in this case Iobit Malware Fighter