Programm Category:
Browsers and Extensions Software
What is adblock.dll
This file, adblock.dll, is a *.dll file that is considered an internet browser extension that blocks unwanted ads. This file is from the Catena Logic Company. Whenever this file is tampered, the windows startup can slowdown in its performance and certain applications may be affected. The effect may be that the applications cannot be installed in the windows computer system. This file comes with a browser helper object that helps in managing the ad blocking feature on the Internet Explorer browser. This program is specific to Internet Explorer and is not applicable to other web browser variants. The primary executable for this *.dll file is unins000.exe. This browser extension can change the way the browser behaves. With the no-script extension for this adblock.dll functionality, it can block the harmful scripts that run on the websites. Users have the option to disable or uninstall this from their computer if it poses threat to the system.
How can I stop adblock.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. adblock.dll. is used by Agnitum Outpost Firewall Pro, If you shut down adblock.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop adblock.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Agnitum Outpost Firewall 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.
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 Agnitum Outpost Firewall 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 adblock.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 adblock.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if adblock.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 adblock.dll, belongs to, in this case Agnitum Outpost Firewall Pro