How to remove hkss error

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hkss.exe file information

The process Hot Key Support Software Loader belongs to the software Compaq HotKey Support Software or Hot Key Support Software by Compaq Computer Corporation (www.compaq.com).

Description: File hkss.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files". The file size on Windows XP is 192,512 bytes.
The program is not visible. hkss.exe is able to record keyboard inputs. The file is not a Windows system file. The process is loaded during the Windows boot process (see Registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run). Therefore the technical security rating is 99% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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"hkss" can run at start up. Compaq HotKey Support - multimedia keyboard support

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

Used for Compaq hot keys
Ray

This program is for your laptop, it's the use your hot keys on your keyboard. If you have installed a fresh version of windows xp then you need this program to activate the hotkeys for sound, standby, locking your screensaver etc...
Alex the Great

is installed for keyboard "Hotkeys" by compaq

compaq hotkey support for notebooks

Summary: 7 users think hkss.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.

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