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What is hddtsvc.exe
The hddtsvc.exe file is the process called HDD Temperature Service module that is used by the application HDD Temperature created by PalickSoft. It is not a core file for Windows. It can connect to the Internet, record inputs and monitor programs. HDD Temperature is a software that helps prevent data loss by monitoring the current temperature of your hard drive. It prevents the hard drive from overheating. It uses S.M.A.R.T. [Self Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology] that is found in modern hard drives to check the temperature. It lets you set the maximum value of your hard drive temperature so it will warn you when this temperature is exceeded. The purpose of this software is to let you save or back up your files before the computer crashes by receiving warnings that the hard drive is experiencing problems or has a possibility to fail. It also lets you replace the hard drive before it completely fails.
How can I stop hddtsvc.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. hddtsvc.exe. is used by HDD Temperature, If you shut down hddtsvc.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop hddtsvc.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is HDD Temperature, 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 HDD Temperature, 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 hddtsvc.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 hddtsvc.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if hddtsvc.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 hddtsvc.exe, belongs to, in this case HDD Temperature