How to remove AdShield error

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AdShield.dll file information

The process AdShield DLL belongs to the software AdShield Dynamic Link Library by AdShield, LLC.

Description: AdShield.dll is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files". Known file sizes on Windows XP are 143360 bytes (58% of all occurrence), 208896 bytes, 204800 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 7559B76E-0222-4d77-9499-CCE9EB4EDC2F. The program is not visible. It is able to monitor Internet browser. The service has no detailed description. File AdShield.dll is not a Windows system file. Therefore the technical security rating is 60% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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This legitimate BHO (AdShield.dll) is related to Adshield

Important: Some malware camouflage themselves as AdShield.dll, particularly if they are located in c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Thus check the AdShield.dll process on your pc whether it is pest. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. It is one of the Top Download Picks of 2005 of The Washington Post and PC World.

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For removing ads from webpages in browser.
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Summary: 1 user think AdShield.dll is essential for Windows or an installed application.

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