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What is ppt.exe?

ppt.exe is an executable file that is located in the directory C:\Program Files (x86)\ppt. The name suggests it might be related to PowerPoint presentations, but this seems to be a camouflage to hide malware.

The usefulness of the associated software depends on its specific function. If it is indeed related to PowerPoint, it might be used for creating, editing, or viewing PowerPoint presentations. Without more specific information about the software, it's impossible to say for sure.

The necessity of ppt.exe depends on whether you use the associated software and whether the file is legitimate. If you use the software and the file is legitimate, it is likely necessary for the software to function properly. If you don't use the software, or if the file is not legitimate (for example, if it's malware disguised as a legitimate file), you should remove it to protect your computer and your data.

Note: ppt.exe is not associated with PPS or ewf by wefwfw. PPS is a file extension for PowerPoint Slide Show while ewf by wefwfw does not seem to be a recognized software or file format. Always be cautious about running .exe files if you're unsure about their origins or legitimacy.

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Ppt.exe file information

Windows Task Manager with ppt
Ppt.exe process in Windows Task Manager

The process known as PPS or ewf or baidu belongs to software pps by .

Description: Ppt.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. The ppt.exe file is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)" (usually C:\Program Files (x86)\ppt\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\baidu\). Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 126,976 bytes (60% of all occurrences), 524,288 bytes or 81,920 bytes. file.net/process/ppt.exe.html 
There is no file information. The file is not a Windows system file. The software starts upon Windows startup (see Registry key: Run, MACHINE\Run). The program has no visible window. Therefore the technical security rating is 52% dangerous.

Recommended: Identify ppt.exe related errors

Important: Some malware camouflages itself as ppt.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder, for example Trojan.Gen (detected by Symantec), and TrojanDownloader:Win32/Badiehi!Bind (detected by Microsoft). Therefore, you should check the ppt.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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Best practices for resolving ppt issues

A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with ppt. 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 ppt.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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