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How to remove GWHotKey error


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GWHotKey.exe file information

The process Multi-function Keyboard By Bill Pytlovany belongs to the software Gateway Multi-function Keyboard Utility by BillP Studios (www.winpatrol.com).

Description: GWHotKey.exe is located in the folder C:\Windows. Known file sizes on Windows XP are 98,361 bytes (92% of all occurrence), 70,656 bytes.
The program is not visible. It is located in the Windows folder, but it is not a Windows core file. The program is loaded during the Windows boot process (see Registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run). GWHotKey.exe is not a Windows system file. Therefore the technical security rating is 58% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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External information from Paul Collins:

  • "Multi-function keyboard" can run at start up. Software that sets up the Gateway AnyKey keyboard shortcuts (a series of buttons that allow one-click access to e-mail, browser, volume and CD/DVD controls, etc)

Important: Some malware camouflage themselves as GWHotKey.exe, particularly if they are located in c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Thus check the GWHotKey.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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User Comments

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Part of gateway pre-loaded software
  Archie McDowall  
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It controls one key applications on Gateway Keyboards
  Perry  
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a Gateway file. Not a neccessary file for the basic functions
  Steve Wolfe  

Summary: 5 users think GWHotKey.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 1 user think it's neither essential nor dangerous.

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