How to remove FVHelper error

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FVHelper.dll file information

The process belongs to the software Folder View or FVHelper.dll or AI RoboForm by unknown.

Description: File FVHelper.dll is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files". The file size on Windows XP is 350,208 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 9470E8E6-E19F-4675-9832-5DE295F77E89. There is no file information. The program has no visible window. FVHelper.dll is able to change the behavior or monitor the Internet Explorer. There is no detailed description of this service. The file is not a Windows system file. FVHelper.dll is able to record inputs. Therefore the technical security rating is 77% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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External information from Tony Klein:

This legitimate BHO (fvhelper.dll) is related to FolderView

Important: Some malware camouflage themselves as FVHelper.dll, particularly if they are located in c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Thus check the FVHelper.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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part of Folder View - windows explorer add-in
Tim

Folder View is a free (freeware) add-on for Windows that drastically enhances the way you browse the folders on your system.
Bo Outzen (further information)

Summary: 2 users think FVHelper.dll is essential for Windows or an installed application.

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