This process file, abg_plugin.dll, is a property of SpyWare Killer Pro. Other names associated with SpyWare Killer Pro are StealthSurf Pro, AdBeGone, and SpyWare Killer. This software is a development product of Cyberspace Headquarters or Cosmi. This abg_plugin.dll file can be found in the subfolder of C:\Program Files. It is a process file that functions as a Browser Helper Object or BHO. It loads and runs automatically as a computer user starts the internet browser. Process files that act as a Browser Helper Object is usually permitted by the computer firewall to run programs as it is also identified by the firewall as the browser itself. This file is capable of monitoring the user’s Internet browser and all its activity. The program is also not visible and is not a Windows core file nor is it a Windows system file. It has also been given a security risk rating of 68%.
How can I stop abg_plugin.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. abg_plugin.dll. is used by SpyWare Killer Pro, If you shut down abg_plugin.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop abg_plugin.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is SpyWare Killer Pro, 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 SpyWare Killer Pro, 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 abg_plugin.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 abg_plugin.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if abg_plugin.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 abg_plugin.dll, belongs to, in this case SpyWare Killer Pro