The file lxcctime.dll, also referenced as Timer DLL, is a Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file that is associated with the Lexmark printer. It automatically starts upon Windows start up, but it is not a Windows system file. Usually employed in traditional programming, a DLL file is an exterior data file, which is used by a program or application to reference outside information to be able to execute its function. Opening the file is usually not recommended since the user does not need to interact with DLL files. In some cases, opening the DLL file can cause some problem with the program execution. Though it is an executable file, it can run only from inside another executable file. Users of Lexmark printers that utilize the process lxcctime.dll can use the printer application without opening this file or doing any outside intervention.
How can I stop lxcctime.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. lxcctime.dll. is used by Lexmark Printer Driver Modules, If you shut down lxcctime.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop lxcctime.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Lexmark Printer Driver Modules, 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 Lexmark Printer Driver Modules, 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 lxcctime.dll 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 lxcctime.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if lxcctime.dll. 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 lxcctime.dll, belongs to, in this case Lexmark Printer Driver Modules