How to remove winsock32 error

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winsock32.exe file information

The process belongs to the software winsock32.exe by unknown.

Description: File winsock32.exe is located in the folder C:\Windows\System32. The file size on Windows XP is 1,561,600 bytes.
There is no description of the program. The program starts when Windows starts (see Registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run, HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunServices). The file is not a Windows core file. The program has no visible window. The file is an unknown file in the Windows folder. The program listens for or sends data on open ports to LAN or Internet. winsock32.exe is able to record inputs, hide itself, monitor applications. Therefore the technical security rating is 86% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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If winsock32.exe is located in the folder C:\Windows then the security rating is 100% dangerous. File size is 51,201 bytes. There is no description of the program. The program is not visible. It is an unknown file in the Windows folder. It can change the behavior of other programs or manipulate other programs. The file is not a Windows system file. The application uses ports to connect to LAN or Internet. winsock32.exe is able to monitor applications.

Important: Some malware camouflage themselves as winsock32.exe, particularly if they are located in c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Thus check the winsock32.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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