Associated Program:
NCP Client Configuration by NCP Engineering
Programm Category:
Wireless Networking Software
What is ncpsec.exe
The process ncpsec.exe is associated with the software NCP Client Configuration which is part of the NCP Secure Client Suite from NCP Engineering. The Secure Client Suite is a VPN (Virtual Private Network) client that serves as a total remote access network solution. SInce it is a Suite, that means it performs a multitude of functions. While most of the functions are performed automatically for the user's ease and convenience, the component NCP Client Configuration allows the client to personalize the VPN. The default settings of the NCP Secure Client is the most secure one. This applies to firewall settings, as well as its roaming controls and wi-fi detection. NCP Client Configuration provides a dynamic, easy-to-use interface that will allow the user to modify these. It can also configure other aspects of the VPN, although scaling down security settings may increase the risk factor.
How can I stop ncpsec.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. ncpsec.exe. is used by NCP Client Configuration by NCP Engineering, If you shut down ncpsec.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop ncpsec.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is NCP Client Configuration by NCP Engineering, 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 NCP Client Configuration by NCP Engineering, 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 ncpsec.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 ncpsec.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if ncpsec.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 ncpsec.exe, belongs to, in this case NCP Client Configuration by NCP Engineering