How to remove an _mwoltb error

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_mwoltb.dll file information

The process known as MWOLTB Module belongs to software Merriam-Webster Online Toolbar or MWOLTB Module by unknown.

Description: _mwoltb.dll is located in the folder C:\Windows. Known file sizes on Windows 7/XP are 385,024 bytes (88% of all occurrences) or 360,448 bytes.
This .dll file is a Browser Helper Object (BHO) that runs automatically every time you start your Internet browser. BHOs are not stopped by personal firewalls, because they are identified by the firewall as your browser itself. BHOs are often used by adware and spyware. The unique ID of this BHO is 5ADA9CAC-04F9-4DD2-ABFD-74D673BE8624. There is no description of the program. The program is not visible. _mwoltb.dll is an unknown file in the Windows folder. The file is able to monitor Internet browser. The service has no detailed description. _mwoltb.dll is not a Windows system file. Therefore the technical security rating is 74% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.
If problems with Merriam-Webster Online Toolbar occur, you can also remove the entire program using Windows Control Panel.

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External information from Tony Klein:

This legitimate BHO (_MWOLTB.DLL) is related to Merriam-Webster Toolbar

Important: Some malware camouflages itself as _mwoltb.dll, particularly when located in the c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Therefore, you should check the _mwoltb.dll process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.

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User Comments

Has been installed by Merriam Webster Toolbar, interact with browser, don't seem to hiddenly disclose any information.
Romolo (further information)

Believe it to be from a reliable source
Archie McDowall

Belongs to an online dictionary toolbar. Its handy
Ultimatt

allows Merriam-Webster Online toolbar to be added to the toolbar list in Internet Explorer. Checked this by not allowing _mwoltb.dll to run. My Spyware Terminator freeware application detected it when starting IE.
Ron Loewenbein

Installed as part of the Merriam-Webster Online Toolbar. Seems harmless.
Nanashi (further information)

Summary: Average user rating of _mwoltb.dll: based on 5 votes with 5 reviews.

3 users think _mwoltb.dll is essential for Windows or an installed application. 2 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 1 user doesn't grade _mwoltb.dll ("not sure about it").

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