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mrtstub.exe

Associated Program: Microsoft Windows

Programm Category: Operating System Software

What is mrtstub.exe

The file mrtstub.exe is installed with the software for Windows XP, Vista, 7, and Windows 8. It is also installed with the software for Windows Server 2012, 2008, and 2003. The file has a process name of Malicious Software Removal Tool. This is an anti-malware program provided by Microsoft for their Windows operating systems. The file is not run as a background task, and it is also not executed to provide real-time protection against malware. The file is used to remove existing malware on your computer. It also removes only specific, common malicious software. Simply put, it is not a comprehensive ant-malware program, but it does help in keeping the system as clean as possible. What the file actually does is to scan your computer for existing and running malware. It cannot detect nor remove hidden or inactive malware. Microsoft actually advises its clients to still run a comprehensive and effective AV program, because the mrtstub.exe process only addresses a small percentage of the known malware infecting systems across the globe.

How can I stop mrtstub.exe and should I?

Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. mrtstub.exe. is used by Microsoft Windows, If you shut down mrtstub.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop mrtstub.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 mrtstub.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 mrtstub.exe is causing errors on my computer?

The first thing you should do if mrtstub.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 mrtstub.exe, belongs to, in this case Microsoft Windows

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