WifiSvc.exe is an executable file that is part of the software for certain wireless USB devices, such as the NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 and the NETGEAR WNA3100. This file is typically located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\NETGEAR\WNA3100 directory.
The associated software is designed to manage and facilitate the connection between your computer and the wireless network via the NETGEAR wireless USB devices. It provides a user interface for configuring the device, connecting to different networks, and managing network settings.
WifiSvc.exe is needed for the proper functioning of the NETGEAR wireless USB devices. It is responsible for managing the device's operations and ensuring that it can connect to wireless networks. Without this file, the device may not work correctly.
You should not remove WifiSvc.exe if you are using a NETGEAR wireless USB device, as it is necessary for the device's operation. If you are not using the device, or if the file is causing problems (such as high CPU usage or errors), you may choose to uninstall the associated software. Always make sure that the file is not malware disguised under the same name. Use antivirus software to scan and ensure the file's safety.
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The process known as Wifi Service
belongs to software NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 wireless USB or NETGEAR WNA3100 wireless USB (version 2.0 adapter, 2.0 driver) or NETGEAR WNA1100 (version N150 Wireless USB Adapter) or Linksys Dual Band Wireless-AC USB Adapter or NETGEAR WNA1100 wireless USB (version 2.0 adapter) or AC Wi-Fi Dual-Band USB Adapter or NETGEAR WNA3100M (version N300 Wireless USB) or www.belkin.com
by NETGEAR (www.netgear.com) or Linksys (home.cisco.com) or NETGEAR TAIWAN CO., LTD.
Description: WifiSvc.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. WifiSvc.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)" or sometimes in a subfolder of the user's "Documents" folder—generally C:\Program Files (x86)\NETGEAR\WNA3100\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 266,240 bytes (16% of all occurrences), 316,120 bytes and 16 more variants.
The process runs as service, and the service name is WSWUSB6300.
The process has no file description. The program is not visible. WifiSvc.exe is not a Windows core file. WifiSvc.exe is a Verisign signed file.
WifiSvc.exe is able to record keyboard and mouse inputs.
Therefore the technical security rating is 41% dangerous, but you should also take into account the user reviews.
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Important: Some malware camouflages itself as WifiSvc.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the WifiSvc.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.
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with WifiSvc. 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 WifiSvc.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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Summary: Average user rating of WifiSvc.exe: based on 1 vote with 2 user comments. One user thinks it's probably harmless. One user is not sure about it.