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What is agtinstsvc.exe
The file agtInstSvc.exe is a part of Shavlik NetChk Protect process from Shavlik Technologies, LLC belonging to product Technologies - VeriSign Time Stamping Services Signer. It is usually located in the %PROGRAM_FILES% sub-folder with its known file size of 255,600 bytes. It may not be a windows core file and at the same time it is a hidden file, yet it is digitally signed. One of its functions is sending data to the local area network on an open port. Regarding its technical security rating, it is 35% dangerous. When problems regarding this file come, one can have the option of uninstalling the software Shavlik in the control panel. It is an executable file since it is an *.exe file extension, therefore, it runs under Windows or DOS. In connection with that, it may possibly contain other components like resources, bitmaps and icons which an executable file may use. If there are problems opening this file, users should check the computer for any invalid registry entries.
How can I stop agtinstsvc.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. agtinstsvc.exe. is used by Shavlik NetChk Protect, If you shut down agtinstsvc.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop agtinstsvc.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Shavlik NetChk Protect, 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 Shavlik NetChk Protect, 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 agtinstsvc.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 agtinstsvc.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if agtinstsvc.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 agtinstsvc.exe, belongs to, in this case Shavlik NetChk Protect