The process Pcs_agnt.exe is also known as Always Resident Pcomm Process. And this software belongs to the International Business Machines (IBM). This software is a Host Access application from IBM. Pcs_agnt.exe is a process which provides private communication access on the data in the enterprise servers. This process file is usually found in c:\Program Files or sometimes in C: Sub folders only. The known sizes of the process file is for 26,000 to 46,000 bytes in both Window XP and Window 7. This program known as a invisible program that run during the startup of the operating system of the user. Pcs_agnt.exe can be uninstalled by the user for it is not a part of the Windows system core. But it is recommended to leave it on the operating system since it is from a trusted company of the Microsoft Corporation. This software is usually found in large Industries and corporation utilizing a server (Mainframe) and can merely be found in home desktop computer by International business Machine.
How can I stop pcs_agnt.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. pcs_agnt.exe. is used by IBM networking Software, If you shut down pcs_agnt.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop pcs_agnt.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is IBM networking Software, 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 IBM networking Software, 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 pcs_agnt.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 pcs_agnt.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if pcs_agnt.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 pcs_agnt.exe, belongs to, in this case IBM networking Software