The file avgrsstx.dll is a type of dynamic link library known by the service name AVG Resident Shield Starter, and a part of the security software called AVG Internet Security, also referred to as AVG Resident Shield Starter, which is developed by AVG Technologies CZ, s.r.o, or simply AVG Technologies. AVG Resident Shield Service is not just associated with the particular antivirus program, but acts as the main service of the AVG product, with full LinkScanner safe search and surf technology, which is used to optimize its ability to protect the computer against viruses, worms, Trojan horses, spyware, malware, and adware. Therefore, this file process is an essential component, plus a digital signature (AVG Technologies - VeriSign Time Stamping Services Signer - G2), which makes it more useful and recommended to remain running in the background. Unless it is causing problems within the software or affecting the performance of the system, avgrsstx.dll must not be terminated at all.
How can I stop avgrsstx.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. avgrsstx.dll. is used by AVG Internet Security, If you shut down avgrsstx.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop avgrsstx.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is AVG Internet Security, 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?
ReviverSoft Security Verdict
The ReviverSoft experts have not yet reviewed avgrsstx.dll
Please review avgrsstx.dll and send me a notification once it has been reviewed.
What is a process and how do they affect my computer?
A process usually a part of an installed application such as AVG Internet Security, 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 avgrsstx.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 avgrsstx.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if avgrsstx.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 avgrsstx.dll, belongs to, in this case AVG Internet Security