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What is hpb2ksrv.exe
The hpb2ksrv.exe file is the process called HP Status Win2k Service created by Hewlett-Packard Company. This process does not use a visible window. It is a non-system process that originates from the software installed in the system. It can control other applications. A file with an EXE extension refers to an executable file or program on Windows, OS/2, Symbian, DOS and OpenVMS operating systems. Aside from the executable program, several EXE files have components called resources like icons and bitmaps that the executable program can use for its GUI or graphical user interface. An executable file is a program that can be run by the operating system as an application on computer. An E-mail attachment with EXE extension should come from a reputable source to make sure it is not a virus.
How can I stop hpb2ksrv.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. hpb2ksrv.exe. is used by HP Status Win2k Service, If you shut down hpb2ksrv.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop hpb2ksrv.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is HP Status Win2k Service, 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 HP Status Win2k Service, 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 hpb2ksrv.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 hpb2ksrv.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if hpb2ksrv.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 hpb2ksrv.exe, belongs to, in this case HP Status Win2k Service