Associated Program:
ZENworks Application Explorer by Novell
Programm Category:
Virtual Desktop Managers
What is naldesk.exe
The executable file naldesk.exe is identified as the launch driver for the software Application Explorer. This software is part of the ZENworks series which is licensed by Novell. The Application Explorer is a virtual desktop suite that allows the user to configure every aspect of the computer including the interface. As part of the Virtual desktop suite, the Application Explorer deals with the configuration of all the applications in the computer system. Upon installation, Application Explorer may be initiated to provide an overview of all the applications, both running and installed. Application Explorer will then offer the user some options on the how the software will react to these applications through its Configuration Policy. This policy will be implemented according to the user's assignments and the assignments are according to folders, groups or individual files. The policies can be modified at any time, allowing the user complete control over the desktop.
How can I stop naldesk.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. naldesk.exe. is used by ZENworks Application Explorer by Novell, If you shut down naldesk.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop naldesk.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is ZENworks Application Explorer by Novell, 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 ZENworks Application Explorer by Novell, 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 naldesk.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 naldesk.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if naldesk.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 naldesk.exe, belongs to, in this case ZENworks Application Explorer by Novell