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cyb2k.exe

Associated Program: CYBERsitter 2000/2001
Programm Category: Security Software

What is  cyb2k.exe

The cyb2k.exe process is an executable file known as the CYBERSITTER Control Panel. It functions as the main program for the software CYBERsitter 2000/2001 developed by Solid Oak software targeted for home users. The cyb2k.exe process file is used to check and monitor websites and filter content depending on rules that the user specifies. Administrator users may use the software to prevent other users from viewing adult or pornographic material. It initializes once the computer is booted up or rebooted and displays an active tray icon. This graphical icon, located in the taskbar, can be launched to open a control panel window. This control panel window can be accessed by the user and configured to set desired functions. The program enforces a list of banned or restricted websites, which are closed or redirected when unauthorized persons attempt to open them. The Cybersitter 2000/2001 program may be accessed through a wired or wireless Local area connection.

How can I stop cyb2k.exe and should I?

Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. cyb2k.exe. is used by CYBERsitter 2000/2001, If you shut down cyb2k.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop cyb2k.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is CYBERsitter 2000/2001, 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 CYBERsitter 2000/2001, 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 cyb2k.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 cyb2k.exe is causing errors on my computer?

The first thing you should do if cyb2k.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 cyb2k.exe, belongs to, in this case CYBERsitter 2000/2001

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