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null.sys

Associated Program: Microsoft Windows

Programm Category: Operating System Software

What is null.sys

NULL Driver is a Windows system file that is loaded when the null.sys file is executed. Typically, this file is installed together with your OS via the Windows OS software. The file is commonly used in programming, where the user utilizes the null.sys file for the representation of the absence of value. The file is likewise utilized for devices which are installed on the PC, but which the user does not want to run. According to available resources, the NULL Driver is also installed by the system for devices that do not come with a function driver. This is basically for devices that have the capacity to launch in raw mode. The file has a default location of C:\Windows\System 32\Drivers\null.sys. For Windows 8, a compatible file version would be version 6.2.9200.16384. This specific null.sys file has a size of about 5,120 bytes. The file is regarded as an essential system file, and as such, disabling it is not the general recommendation.

How can I stop null.sys and should I?

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

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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 null.sys 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 null.sys is causing errors on my computer?

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

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