The isuninst.exe process is a type of an executable file for Windows, that is known by the name InstallShield UnInstaller, which is also the software that houses the file, and a product created by InstallShield Software. As its name suggests, the InstallShield UnInstaller software is a program that enables a user to uninstall or remove any applications on the computer system, regardless of what Microsoft Windows operating system is used. With the use of this software, the process to remove or delete programs is made easier and faster. Plus, it reduces a mistake of removing the wrong software or application. This only implies that the isuninst.exe file is an important component that makes up the InstallShield UnInstaller functional. Otherwise, this particular software is not going to work properly and not able to help a user to remove applications in a more convenient way. This file process needs to keep running in the background of the computer system.
How can I stop isuninst.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. isuninst.exe. is used by InstallShield UnInstaller, If you shut down isuninst.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop isuninst.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is InstallShield UnInstaller, 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 InstallShield UnInstaller, 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 isuninst.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 isuninst.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if isuninst.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 isuninst.exe, belongs to, in this case InstallShield UnInstaller