How to remove sfsync02 error

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sfsync02.sys file information

The process StarForce Protection Synchronization Driver belongs to the software StarForce Protection System or StarForce Protection Synchronization Driver (version 2.x) by Protection Technology (www.star-force.com).

Description: sfsync02.sys is located in the folder C:\Windows\System32\drivers. Known file sizes on Windows XP are 20544 bytes (60% of all occurrence), 19968 bytes, 19648 bytes.
The driver can be started or stopped from Services in the Control Panel or by other programs. The program has no visible window. The service has no detailed description. It is not a Windows system file. sfsync02.sys seems to be a compressed file. Therefore the technical security rating is 40% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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User Comments

it prevented my computer from starting and i had to delete it by starting the computer in: last known good...
dor

It is labelled as StarForce Protection Synchronization Driver. Starforce is a notorious copy-protection scheme used in some games. Version 2.10.0.0 appears 19,968 bytes in size. The file is located in Windows/System32/drivers directory and is left behind even after the Starforce protected game has been uninstalled.
Atul (further information)

This file is a protection/security for programs that are sold and utilize copy protection. ( For example UFO Aftershock Game Europe edition) Disable when not playing game, or your system crashes after installing game.
JD Worth

Summary: 1 user think sfsync02.sys is essential for Windows or an installed application. 2 users suspect danger.

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