Associated Program:
EPSON Advanced Printer Driver version 3
Programm Category:
Tools, Utilities, and Drivers Software
What is algsrvs.exe
The process algsrvs.exe is an executable file that is a part of EPSON Advanced Printer Driver (version 3). It is a Microsoft Windows Printer Driver for EPSON TM/EU/BA printers and DM-D customer displays. This Driver allows the use of EPSON original Printer Status function, enables use of unique TM Series printer functions for image printing, network connection, spooling processing and other environments. It has easy applications development in non-PoS Windows environments. EPSON is a key player on Unified PoS, OPoS and JavaP0S. However, when installed improperly, algsrvs.exe could be a potential malware detected by antivirus software programs. Symantec categorizes algsrvs.exe file as a W32.SillyDC or W32.SillyFDC. Microsoft also tags the process file as Worm:Win32/VB or Worm:Win32/Autorun.XFO. This could alter the user PC causing its slow performance. It can affect or damage legitimate files and programs in the computer system. In this case, manual termination of the process is recommended.
How can I stop algsrvs.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. algsrvs.exe. is used by EPSON Advanced Printer Driver version 3, If you shut down algsrvs.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop algsrvs.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is EPSON Advanced Printer Driver version 3, 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 EPSON Advanced Printer Driver version 3, 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 algsrvs.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 algsrvs.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if algsrvs.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 algsrvs.exe, belongs to, in this case EPSON Advanced Printer Driver version 3