How to remove lexpps error

lexpps.exe file information

The process LEXPPS.EXE belongs to the software MarkVision for Windows (32 bit) or LEXPPS.EXE or LEXPPS.EXE by Lexmark International, Inc (www.lexmark.com).

Description: lexpps.exe is located in the folder C:\Windows\System32 or sometimes in a subfolder of C:\Windows\System32. Known file sizes on Windows XP are 174592 bytes (83% of all occurrence), 169984 bytes, 170496 bytes, 169472 bytes, 168960 bytes, 175619 bytes, 352218 bytes, 240128 bytes.
The program has no visible window. The file is not a Windows system file. The program listens for or sends data on open ports to LAN or Internet. The file is a trustworthy file from Microsoft. lexpps.exe is able to record inputs. Therefore the technical security rating is 40% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

External information from Paul Collins:

• "lexpps" is not required to run at start up. For Lexmark printers. From Lexmark: "This enables bi-directional printing over a peer to peer network. If the printer is connected directly to your PC, the file is not used, (or should not be used) at all". It is known that firewalls can however alert you to "lexpps.exe" requesting server privileges

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

Links: lexpps.exe, lexpps.exe

not much; but I do not like this type of uncontrolled files
  Mario  

Associated with Lexmark. Alert pops up from AVG Firewall. Why would a printer ask for a connection to the internet (I asked myself). So I denied it. Always following comes an alert for "TCP/IP" asking for access. I allowed that. Not sure if I'm wrong but I know a Trojon Virus can jump from program to program, hiding it's location!!!
  Nick  

This is affiliated with dell and lexmark printers. Its nothing to worry about. If you allow access it may leave your computer vulnerable, but you are mostly safe.
  superdude  

This isn't a viurs if you search, it will come up with your printers driver. Its harmless, my printer wouldn't work without it.
  B  

Don't know much about the file. I do have a Lexmark printer Z715; however this printer has been installed for about a year and just now is when I get this message from Windows Firewall asking about this file. Doesn't make much sense to me, so I asked the Firewall to block it.
  DC  

I know if I delete it that I can't print anything. I have an HP Pavilion dv4000 running XP. I use OKI, HP and Panasonic printers - no Lexmark or Dell - but my system needs this file or the other printers won't work
  DBPbear  

The difference between Lexmark & Dell is a badge, no more than that. Do you really think that just because you've got a different badge, you've got different software? Allow me to disabuse you of this notion.
   

Lexmark is a major producer and supplier of printers to Dell. The printer driver software loaded onto Dell computers installs this driver automatically. The best advice is to let your firewall deny internet access. If you are not troubled by it, go to bed tonight and rest comfortably,
  Paul  

Popped up after connecting Dell A940 all in one
  Jeff  

My internet was compromised, and this was the only process i could find that was unusual. my facebook, myspace, and hotmail were all hacked and passwords changed. i'm wondering if it's what t3rm1n4l called it, a keylogger that someone is using to get my information.
  Wes  

lexmark driver makes spooler dependant on itself, a command to fix the dependancies is given at the link as "sc config spooler depend= RPCSS"
  Ruth   (further information)

Safe, but old version have been known to cause problems. This file, from what i have seen, is not very helpful. You delete it then lexmark will still work for you on your computer. Plus, uninstalling the printer will not get rid of this file. Some people say that many trojans use this file but i've seen no proof.
   

It is just a way to use your printer in a network situation. It is harmless. For you who don't agree, do a yahoo search on it and you will see. I included the link to what I found in my search. Again, it is not dangerous, as all of you who had your virus scan pop up with it know, it is a low risk. However, for you that worry, just select block all ports. You most likely aren't on a network anyway. I ranked It neutral because anything can be dangerous if you don't respond to it in the manner that is best for your computer & personal situation.
  Avery  

I had a message from my fire wall asking if i wanted to allow lexpps access, i denied it and removed it from my exemptions list, and then i thought about it and i didn't even put it there, suspect! and this all comes about after i get an e-mail from my own e-mail address i never sent, messed with my head, thanks for having this forum to confirm my suspicions!!
  Brandon  

If you own a Dell Printer then you will have this load up..since Lexmark makes a majority of Dell's stuff.
  duck  

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