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npswf32_flashutil.exe

Associated Program: Adobe Flash Player helper
Programm Category: Browser Plugin Software

What is  npswf32_flashutil.exe

The process npswf32_flashutil.exe is known as Adobe Flash Player Helper, which is a component of the software Flash Player Helper from Adobe Systems. This Web browser plugin allows users to view interactive animations created by other people on their Web sites. The browser plugin is a third party library that plugs in to the browser that can be embedded inside a web page. Many plugins, like the Adobe Flash Player Helper, can draw pictures or animations. Plugins do not affect browser menu or create tool bars. Some plugins are called NPAPI, which is the language they are written in. Netscape Plugin Application Programming Interface (NPAPI) is a cross-platform plugin used by many web browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. A plugin handles certain types of contents, and when the browser encounters such content types, it loads the associated plugin. The browser sets aside a space for the plugin to render itself, then streams data to it. The plugin renders the data accordingly, whether in audio, video, or other forms.

How can I stop npswf32_flashutil.exe and should I?

Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. npswf32_flashutil.exe. is used by Adobe Flash Player helper, If you shut down npswf32_flashutil.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop npswf32_flashutil.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Adobe Flash Player helper, 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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The ReviverSoft experts have not yet reviewed npswf32_flashutil.exe




What is a process and how do they affect my computer?

A process usually a part of an installed application such as Adobe Flash Player helper, 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 npswf32_flashutil.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 npswf32_flashutil.exe is causing errors on my computer?

The first thing you should do if npswf32_flashutil.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 npswf32_flashutil.exe, belongs to, in this case Adobe Flash Player helper

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