How to remove deskup error

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deskup.exe file information

The process deskup.exe belongs to the software Iomega refresh or deskup.exe by Iomega.

Description: File deskup.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files". The file size on Windows XP is 32768 bytes.
The program has a visible window. Program can be uninstalled in the Control Panel. The application starts when Windows starts (see Registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run). The file is not a Windows system file. Therefore the technical security rating is 12% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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External information from Paul Collins:

"deskup" is not required to run at start up. Adds Iomega Zip drive icons to the desktop

Important: Some malware camouflage themselves as deskup.exe, particularly if they are located in c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Thus check the deskup.exe 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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Part of the Iomegaware suite of applications for Iomega zipdrives
Andrew Carpenter, Microsoft MVP for Security (further information)

Summary: 2 users think deskup.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.

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