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ntshrui.dll

Associated Program: Microsoft Windows

Programm Category: Operating System Software

What is ntshrui.dll

Shell Extension for Sharing is installed through the system file ntshrui.dll. This is a Windows system file, and as such, is essential in the proper functioning of all your system processes. Deleting the file could affect system performance. Under this file, there are multiple files that are linked to ntshrui.dll: advapi32.dll, atl.dll, kernel32.dll, msvcrt.dll, netapi32.dll, ole32.dll, shell32.dll, shlwapi.dll, user32.dll, and userenv.dll. When ntshrui.dll loads, these linked files simultaneously load as well. Errors related to Shell Extension for Sharing; generally occur because one of the files linked to the library, is missing or corrupt. When just one link is missing, the rest of the links, and the ntshrui.dll library, are all affected. Reports that cite ntshrui.dll as a security threat were generally found to be caused by malware or viruses that attacked the file, and not because of the file itself. This is a legitimate system file from Windows that only installs with the Windows OS driver, hence; it is considered safe.

How can I stop ntshrui.dll and should I?

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

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

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