Associated Program:
Support.com Scheduler and Command Dispatcher
Programm Category:
N/A
What is tgcmd.exe
The tgcmd.exe file is described as the Support.com Scheduler and Command Dispatcher, which is associated with the online support software by SupportSoft, Inc. This file process is mostly pre-installed on many leading brands of computers, and also installed in software packages of ISPs. Although not digitally signed, the tgcmd.exe file provides online technical support services whenever a user seeks information regarding troubleshooting and problems related to his or her computer system, programs and processes. This online support software also provides information about the activities and usage habits of the computer. Unfortunately, this file has been considered a spyware because of its spyware-like behaviors, which include the instance of accessing the Internet, and the adding of rules to firewall software. A user can easily uninstall or remove this particular file if he or she thinks it is becoming more than a nuisance and not being a means of help for technical problems.
How can I stop tgcmd.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. tgcmd.exe. is used by Support.com Scheduler and Command Dispatcher, If you shut down tgcmd.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop tgcmd.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Support.com Scheduler and Command Dispatcher, 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 Support.com Scheduler and Command Dispatcher, 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 tgcmd.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 tgcmd.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if tgcmd.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 tgcmd.exe, belongs to, in this case Support.com Scheduler and Command Dispatcher