The file cahooknt.dll is labeled as System Execution, which is bundled in the program CyberArmor from the company InfoExpress. This DLL process is very essential in launching CyberArmor in the system, because it is mainly designed to provide firewall solution for both home or personal and business use. Upon the installation of this security application, cahooknt.dll begins to execute other modules that call for it, and brings maximum protection to the computer, as well as to the users, as it is able to secure information and data that are stored within the PC. This file is also responsible in providing options on how the firewall setting is modified based on the preference of the system administrator or host user. Once added into the Windows registry, cahooknt.dll automatically runs and loads itself, without any interruption, except if it is stopped by an infected file or deleted from the computer.
How can I stop cahooknt.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. cahooknt.dll. is used by CyberArmor , If you shut down cahooknt.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop cahooknt.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is CyberArmor , 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 CyberArmor , 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 cahooknt.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 cahooknt.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if cahooknt.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 cahooknt.dll, belongs to, in this case CyberArmor