Associated Program:
Logitech QuickCam and Logitech Webcam
Programm Category:
Tools, Utilities, and Drivers Software
What is hvideos2.exe
The file hvideos2.exe is placed in the system as an executable command file associated with Logitech QuickCam, or its latest version, Logitech Webcam program by Logitech. The software helps the user to maximize the features of a USB Logitech camera. Some of the features that can be accessed through the use of the software are the webcam gallery, motion detection, manual focussing and panning, and adjusting brightness and white balance, and anti-flickering method. The hvideos2. Exe is required as a core file for the program to be executed on the machine and be able to access the above mentioned features of the Logitech cameras. It is placed in the system under the installation folder once the Logitech QuickCam or Logitech Webcam software has been installed. The hvideos2.exe is a file that is included as a resource file in distributed installers of Logitech QuickCam/Webcam software.
How can I stop hvideos2.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. hvideos2.exe. is used by Logitech QuickCam and Logitech Webcam, If you shut down hvideos2.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop hvideos2.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Logitech QuickCam and Logitech Webcam, 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 Logitech QuickCam and Logitech Webcam, 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 hvideos2.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 hvideos2.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if hvideos2.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 hvideos2.exe, belongs to, in this case Logitech QuickCam and Logitech Webcam