How to remove an hpoSTS08 error

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HpoSTS08.exe file information

The process known as HP OfficeJet Status belongs to software hp digital imaging - hp all-in-one series by Hewlett-Packard Co (www.hp.com).

Description: The file hpoSTS08.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files" (common is C:\Program Files\Hewlett-Packard\Digital Imaging\Bin\). Known file sizes on Windows 7/XP are 311,296 bytes (73% of all occurrences), 307,200 bytes or 303,104 bytes.
There is an icon for this program on the taskbar next to the clock. The program has a visible window. The file is not a Windows core file. You can uninstall this program in the control panel. Therefore the technical security rating is 6% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.
You might want to uninstall the associated program (Start > Control Panel > Add/Remove programs > HP Photo and Imaging 2.0 or HP Foto- und Bildbearbeitung).

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Important: Some malware camouflages itself as hpoSTS08.exe, particularly when located in the c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Therefore, you should check the hpoSTS08.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.

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User Comments

Using XP SP2.... This file puts the icon in your tray. You can still print and scan with your Office Jet after you kill this process. Once killed, hover the pointer over the tray icon, and it will disappear.
Bandit

This process and others similar ( hpoevm08.exe, hpohmr08.exe etc ) usually indicate a problem with your HP all-in-one printer cartriges or a confused printer. Delete the processes & check printer.
Gus ( Microtech Computers AU )

Summary: Average user rating of hpoSTS08.exe: based on 3 votes with 2 reviews.

3 users think hpoSTS08.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.

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