The file logman.exe is an executable file that is generally installed through your Windows Operating System software. The file loads a process that provides users with the necessary tools for starting or stopping log file data collections on remote computers through a central workstation. Through the process, users can also copy data from one computer and then copy the data collected to several remote computers, again, from a central workstation. Lastly, it can be utilized to create Event Trace Session and Performance logs, as well as manage and maintain these collected and created logs. This is considered as a Windows system process hence, the general advice of users is to leave the file alone lest it creates system errors if not found by the system because it was disabled. The file’s general location is in a subfolder of Program Files, typically in drive C. The file has a size of about 56 KB. Maximum known size on disk is 60.5 KB.
How can I stop logman.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. logman.exe. is used by Microsoft Windows, If you shut down logman.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop logman.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Microsoft Windows, 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 Microsoft Windows, 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 logman.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 logman.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if logman.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 logman.exe, belongs to, in this case Microsoft Windows