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vdsldr.exe

Associated Program: Microsoft Windows

Programm Category: Utility Software

What is vdsldr.exe

The file vdsldr.exe process or Virtual Disk Service Loader process is from Microsoft Corporation which has three interfaces: a single interface for the service and the application layer; two interfaces for the service; and the provider programs in the data layer. It coordinates with the functions of the file system, synchronizes provider activities, and coordinates btween applications. Vdsldr.exe also implements common functionality such as formatting volumes, adding and removing mount points or drive letter,a nd managing unallocated disks, and also event notifications are returned when registering applications. This process applies to Windows Server 2003, Windows Server R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, and Windows Server 2003 with SP2. Vdsldr.exe is located in the C:Windows\Systems32 folder with a file size of 19,968 bytes. This process is a core system file of Windows but it has no visible window. This is a trustworthy file from the Microsoft.This application is a hidden stealth process, therefore, the technical security rating is 54% dangerous.

How can I stop vdsldr.exe and should I?

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

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

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