The lxcitime.dll file is associated with the Lexmark printer driver. It is not considered a threat to the user because without it, the Lexmark printer which the user installed in his or her computer will be able to optimize its functionalities. So upon installing the printer, lxcitme.dll becomes incorporated into the computer. Lxcitme.dll enables the Lexmark printer to run on the computer. The DLL file is a Timer dynamic link library file that is responsible in informing the user on the status of the printer and on the use of the ink cartridge. The information is essential in managing the process of printing. Lxcitme.dll is a system so it important to allow it to run in the computer system. Some programs will not work properly if the DLL file is disabled. However, the user will only be needing the DLL file if he or she has installed a Lexmark printing device.
How can I stop lxcitime.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. lxcitime.dll. is used by Lexmark Printer Driver, If you shut down lxcitime.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop lxcitime.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Lexmark Printer Driver, 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.
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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 Lexmark Printer Driver, 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 lxcitime.dll 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 lxcitime.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if lxcitime.dll. 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 lxcitime.dll, belongs to, in this case Lexmark Printer Driver