natspeak.exe is an executable file that is part of the Dragon NaturallySpeaking software developed by Nuance Communications. This software is a speech recognition program that allows users to convert spoken words into written text. It is commonly found in the directory: C:\Program Files (x86)\Nuance\NaturallySpeaking15\Program.
Dragon NaturallySpeaking is a powerful tool that is particularly useful for people who have difficulty typing or prefer to dictate their text. It can be used for a variety of tasks such as writing emails, creating documents, browsing the web, and even controlling certain functions of your computer using voice commands. It is widely used in professional fields like healthcare, law, and business for dictation purposes.
The natspeak.exe file is an essential component of the Dragon NaturallySpeaking software. It is responsible for the core functionality of the software, including the speech-to-text conversion process. Without this file, the software would not function correctly.
Under normal circumstances, there is no need to remove natspeak.exe as it is a crucial part of the Dragon NaturallySpeaking software. Like any executable file, it can potentially be a target for malicious software that may disguise itself as natspeak.exe. If you suspect that the file may be a virus or malware, or if it is causing problems with your system, you should run a virus scan to check. If the file is indeed malicious, it should be removed to protect your system.
Description: Natspeak.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. Natspeak.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—mostly C:\Program Files (x86)\Nuance\NaturallySpeaking15\Program\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 6,897,552 bytes (20% of all occurrences), 6,349,376 bytes and 6 more variants.
It is not a Windows system file. The file has a digital signature. It can change the behavior of other programs or manipulate other programs. The program has no visible window. The program listens for or sends data on open ports to a LAN or the Internet.
Natspeak.exe is able to record keyboard and mouse inputs, manipulate other programs and hide itself.
Therefore the technical security rating is 50% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
You can uninstall Dragon 15 or Dragon 14, or try to get help from the software vendor. Click on Dragon 15 or Dragon 14 in the Windows Control Panel (Software or Programs section) to uninstall it, or click on www.nuance.com/naturallyspeaking/support to visit the vendor's website.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as natspeak.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the natspeak.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
NaturallySpeaking its a auto typing program SAFE Mike Jimerson
Dragon Naturally Speaking software Dave
Very little except that I am a legitimate user and it is extremely useful, though I have some problems with W7 Jon Richfield(jonrichfield
part of dragon naturally speaking martyrad0311
Nothing except what I've read after Bing questions. It pops up as running with compatible with windows and says to disable compatibility. I don't want a full program to fix this, just want to make that darned message go away. Deb
gehört zu der Spracherkennung Dragon NaturallySpeaking Dieterle
Summary: Average user rating of natspeak.exe:
based on 6 votes with 6 user comments.
3 users think natspeak.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user thinks it's probably harmless.
2 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
One user is not sure about it.
Best practices for resolving natspeak issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with natspeak. This means running a scan for malware, cleaning your hard drive using 1cleanmgr and 2sfc /scannow, 3uninstalling programs that you no longer need, checking for Autostart programs (using 4msconfig) and enabling Windows' 5Automatic Update. Always remember to perform periodic backups, or at least to set restore points.
Should you experience an actual problem, try to recall the last thing you did, or the last thing you installed before the problem appeared for the first time. Use the 6resmon command to identify the processes that are causing your problem. Even for serious problems, rather than reinstalling Windows, you are better off repairing of your installation or executing the 7DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth command. This allows you to repair the operating system without losing data.
To get your computer running as fast as it did on day one, you can 8reset your PC. Your personal files will remain intact, but any programs you installed will need to be reinstalled.
To help you analyze the natspeak.exe process on your computer, the following programs have proven to be helpful: ASecurity Task Manager displays all running Windows tasks, including embedded hidden processes, such as keyboard and browser monitoring or Autostart entries. A unique security risk rating indicates the likelihood of the process being potential spyware, malware or a Trojan. A good Bantivirus software detects and removes sleeping spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, malware and trackers from your hard drive.
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User Comments
Mike Jimerson
Dave
Jon Richfield(jonrichfield
martyrad0311
Deb
Dieterle
Summary: Average user rating of natspeak.exe: based on 6 votes with 6 user comments. 3 users think natspeak.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks it's probably harmless. 2 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. One user is not sure about it.