Processes beginning with d

The table below includes any process titles beginning with d, from which further information can be found by clicking on the process title. The icon beside the information can be used to quickly determine if this is a safe file in combination with the key below:



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Processes beginning with d:

File Type Process Name and Information
D SYSTEM
Added by the MYTOB-FN WORM!
D-Link Air USB Utility
D-Link wireless PCI adapter related
D-Link Air Utility
D-Link wireless PCI adapter related
D-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ Utility
D-Link Air Plus Wireless PC modem connection monitor
D-Link AirPlus G
D-Link Airplus Wireless Router driver
D-Link AirPlus G Wireless Utility
D-Link AirPlus G wireless configuration and monitoring utility
D-Link AirPlus XtremeG
D-Link AirPlus XtremeG wireless configuration utility
D066UUtility
TWAIN driver for the CanoScan D660U flatbed scanner. Start scanning via your scanner management software
D3**.exe [* = random char]
CoolWebSearch/HomeSearch adware - for examples, see this log
D3**32.exe [* = random char]
CoolWebSearch/HomeSearch adware - for examples, see this log
d3dupdate.exe
Added by the BEAGLE.A WORM!
D4
Dimension 4 - network time synchronization freeware - starts-up, adjusts the system clock, then shuts down
dabrun
SinaUpdateCenter adware
DACONFIGEXE
3Com NIC Diagnostics. Available via Start -> Programs
DadApp
DadApp is the SW utility that controls the programmable buttons on Dell Laptops. Not required, but should be left in because it can create a hassle and doesn't always restore functionality to those buttons once unchecked and rechecked - direct from Dell
Daemon
Pre-loads game profiles for MS Sidewinder game controllers prior to release 2.0 of the software. Recommend upgrade. Available via Start -> Programs
Daemon
Daemon Tools - used to map an image-file (.iso, .bin etc) to a virtual CD/DVD-drive
Daemon
Added by the SELOTIMA.A WORM!
DAEMON Tools
Daemon Tools - used to map an image-file (.iso, .bin etc) to a virtual CD/DVD-drive
DAEMON Tools Pro Agent
DAEMON Tools Pro converts your computer games CD/DVD discs into virtual discs" or so called "disc image" files, which run directly on your hard drive"
DAEMON Tools-1033
Daemon Tools - used to map an image-file (.iso, .bin etc) to a virtual CD/DVD-drive
dago
Added by the PUNYA-A WORM!
Daily Planner
Daily Planner - discontinued, and now part of KMCS Deluxe System Suite. Tool to plan your days, and check activities off as you complete them
Daily Weather Forecast
Added by the DLOADER-IP TROJAN!
DamedWare Services
Added by the RBOT-AOJ WORM!
DanBtR270414
Added by the VB-NIB WORM!
Dancer
Part of Microsoft Plus! Digital Media Edition - see here
Danton*
Added by the DANTON TROJAN! where * = random number
Dap
Download Accelerator Plus from Speedbit. Download manager for resuming downloads, amongst other features. Available via Start -> Programs. Note that the free version is adware based
dark
Added by the BANCOS.U TROJAN!
dark
Added by the BANCBAN-FH TROJAN!
dark
Added by the BANCBAN-GT or BANCBAN-GU TROJANS!
DarkDevil.Grasiele.BR
Added by the LEMBRA WORM!
DarKNesS LsasS
Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
DashIE
Could be related to "Dash Power Shopping" tool bar in IE?
daskaskfsak6
Added by the ONLINEG-J TROJAN!
daskgfkkcx15
Added by the ONLINEG-Q TROJAN!
dasxdads
Added by the GAOBOT.BIQ WORM!
Data
Added by the BISCUIT.A WORM!
data
Added by the RBOT-ADQ WORM!
Data LifeGuard
Data LifeGuard diagnostic tools for Western Digital's series of hard drives
Data LifeGuard LifeLine Lite installer
Backweb installer - see here
Data Restore Service
Added by the KELVIR.AI WORM!
Data789
Homepage hijacker
DATABASE MySql
Added by a variant of the RANDON.AN WORM!
DataCaching
SmartMedia Card management from the installation of a SanDisk reader for a camera's SmartMedia card and also adds the "Unplug and Eject Hardware" System Tray icon
DataKeeper
PowerQuest DataKeeper (now owned by Symantec) backup software
DataLayer
Nokia PC Suite 5 - "A collection of powerful tools that you can use to manage your phone features and data." Synchronize the phone with, for example Outlook. You can also use it to browse your phone, edit the phone list and so on
DataViz Inc Messenger
Installed with DataViz "Documents to Go" software
DataViz Messenger
DataViz Documents to Go - "allows you to use your Word, Excel and PowerPoint files on your handheld anywhere, anytime. In addition, it now synchronizes e-mail with attachments, PDF files, pictures and Excel-like charts"
Datcheck
Added by the KEYPANIC TROJAN!
Date Manager
Date Manager - calender program. Spyware/adware based provided by The Gator Corporation. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here
Datechecker
Could be related to this?
DateMakerIntl
Premium rate adult content dialler
DAupdate
NavEnhance adware
DAW9532.exe
Loaded during installation of some 3Com network cards. Enables their DynamicAccess desktop management software. Is it required?
DayToday
DayToday from RoboMagic Software Corp. Displays the date on the taskbar
DAZEL Delivery Agent
Control and send documents, etc, to any destination. The Dazel Corporation has now been taken over by HP
dbar_starter
Deskbar adware - adds a search bar to your Windows taskbar which performs searches on www.w-w-w-dot-com.com
DbgHlp32
Added by the WINKO.AO WORM!
DBISQL9
Related to SQL Anywhere from Sybase. A comprehensive package providing data management and data exchange technologies
dbserv
Database Server for Norton Ghost on Win2k Pro. Ghost works fine when it is disabled
dc
Added by the COIDUNG-A WORM!
dc2k5
Added by the COIDUNG-A WORM!
DC300 Monitor
Monitor for a Acer DC300 digital camera
DC6CW
DriveCleaner misleading security program - not recommended, see here
DC6_Check
WinAntiSpyware 2006 spyware remover - not recommended, see here
DC6_check
WinAntiVirus 2006 virus software - not recommended, see here
dc6_check
SystemDoctor is a Security Risk that may give exaggerated reports of threats on the computer. The program then prompts the user to purchase a registered version of the software in order to remove the reported threats
DCE Manager
Added by the TUMAG TROJAN!
DCfssvc
Associated with digital cameras and can cause problems which disappear if disabled. If this program is unchecked in startup, your camera will not cause your computer to open a pop-up window when you connect it. Leave enabled if you can't load pictures from your camera/dock - Kodak's dock is an example
dcfssve
Associated with digital cameras and can cause problems which disappear if disabled. If this program is unchecked in startup, your camera will not cause your computer to open a pop-up window when you connect it. Leave enabled if you can't load pictures from your camera/dock - Kodak's dock is an example
Dcom System Patch
Added by the RANDEX.MS WORM!
dcsm
DriveCleaner is a security assesment tool which gives exaggerated reports of security and privacy risks on a computer. The program then prompts the user to purchase a registered version of the software in order to remove the reported risks
DDCActiveMenu
Digital Distribution Channel - formally part of the WildTangent on-line games delivery service. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy used to state that they also collect and share individuals information but this is no longer the case
DDCM
Digital Distribution Channel - formally part of the WildTangent on-line games delivery service. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy used to state that they also collect and share individuals information but this is no longer the case
DDCMan
Digital Distribution Channel - formally part of the WildTangent on-line games delivery service. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy used to state that they also collect and share individuals information but this is no longer the case
ddeproc
Webcelerator from eAcceleration speeds your Web browsing by both remembering where you have been and anticipating where you will go. Only needed if you find it improves web browsing. Now no longer available and supported and when available was classed as spyware - see here
ddhelper
Enuff Parental Control Software by Akrontech
DDialler
Adult content dialler
ddivmwa
Added by a variant of the SLAPER TROJAN!
ddoctorv2
Comcast Desktop Doctor (provided by SupportSoft, Inc) is a free self-help tool for Comcast broadband users. Identifies and automatically fixes typical problems that may occur with your high-speed internet service
DDriver
Added by the DELF.WG TROJAN!
DDriver
Added by a variant of the DELF.IT TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!
DDT
??
DDWMon
Direct Disc Writer Event Monitor from TOSHIBA
de32gen
Added by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!
DeadAIM
DeadAIM - feature enhancing product for AOL's Instant Messenger program
DeadKitty
Added by the DEADCAT-A WORM!
DealHelperBrwsr
DealHelper adware
DealHelperDown
DealHelper adware
DealHelperUpdate
DealHelper adware
Death.exe
Added by the DELF-ERW TROJAN!
Debug
Added by the GUBED TROJAN!
Debugger
Added by the MYTOB-FW WORM!
Debugger
Added by the CWS-M TROJAN!
Debugger
Added by the CWS-M TROJAN!
debugger
Added by the DELF-DRA WORM!
DebugMonitor
Added by the MYDOOM.BG WORM!
DeeEnEs
DeeEnEs - automatically updates a dynamic IP address when it changes
deejay
Added by the FORBOT-AY WORM!
Deewoo
Identified as a variant of the AdWare.Win32.ZenoSearch.am malware
Default
Added by the ALLEM WORM!
Default
Added by the ALLEM WORM!
default
Added by the BINGHE TROJAN!
Default
Added by the RUBBLE-C WORM!
Default System Research
Added by the TARNO.I TROJAN!
Default web browser
Added by the OBLIVION.B TROJAN! Note - do not confuse "IexpIore.exe" with "iexplore.exe" (Internet Explorer), the first has a captial "i" in place of lower case "L"
Default_Page_URL
Naupoint browser hijacker
Default_Search_URL
Naupoint browser hijacker
defender
DollarRevenue adware
defender
DollarRevenue adware
defergui
Related to IBM Standard Software Installer. What does it do and is it required?
defragm_check
CoolWebSearch parasite variant
defragsys
Added by the BIFROSE-TH TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This file is located in the Winnt or Windows folder
defwatch
Detects out-of-date virus definitions for Norton Anti-Virus Corporate Edition and runs the Defwatch Wizard. Only required if you don't update the virus definitions manually on a regular basis
Deko550
Associated with the Deko550 entry-level SD real-time graphics system from Avid Technology
Delay
On HP PCs this program is used to help prevent conflicts or timing issues on fast computers
Delayrun
On HP PCs this program is used to help prevent conflicts or timing issues on fast computers
delcab
??
Delete Me
Added by the DOOMHUNTER WORM!
DeleteHistoryFree
Delete History Free - "Privacy protection software for deleting Internet surfing and other computer activity tracks from your PC"
Dell AIO Printer A***
Dell AIO Printer A*** related (*** = model). Not Required at Startup
Dell AIO Printer A***
Dell AIO Printer A*** related (*** = model). Not Required at Startup
Dell AIO Printer A***
Dell AIO Printer A*** related (*** = model). Not Required at Startup
Dell AIO Printer A920
System Tray application for the Dell Photo AIO Printer 920 that enables scan or fax functions to run directly from the printer via the buttons
Dell AIO Printer A940
System Tray application for the Dell Photo AIO Printer 940 that enables scan or fax functions to run directly from the printer via the buttons
Dell AIO Printer A960
System Tray application for the Dell Photo AIO Printer 960 that enables scan or fax functions to run directly from the printer via the buttons
Dell Alert
Dell Alert utility, that's supposed to make interaction with Support easier
Dell Photo AIO Printer 922
Dell Photo AIO Printer 922 Device Monitor. Is it required?
Dell Photo AIO Printer 942
Dell Photo AIO Printer 942 Device Monitor. Is it required?
Dell Photo AIO Printer 962
Dell Photo AIO Printer 962 Device Monitor. Is it required?
Dell QuickSet
Dell taskbar icon allowing you to quickly change settings
DELL Webcam Manager
Dell Webcam Manager - Webcam management software provided on Dell PCs
Dell Wireless Manager UI
Installed alongside Dell Wireless WLAN Card and provides additional configuration options for these devices
Dell Wireless Manager UI
System tray access to wireless LAN card configuration options
DellDMI
Possibly part of Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation - software that allows remote management application programs to access information about, monitor the status of or change the state of the client computer, such as shutting it down remotely. Uses the DMI and/or common information model (CIM) protocols, which are systems management protocols defined by industry standards?
DELLMMKB
Multimedia keyboard control for Dell based PCs - only required if you use the multimedia keys
DellSC
Dell Solution Center - web-based troubleshooting tools and educational offerings
DellSupport
Dell Support Agent offers additional support and update features for your Dell computer or laptop
DellSupportCenter
Dell Support Center (provided by SupportSoft, Inc) is a free self-help tool for Dell users. Identifies and automatically fixes typical problems that may occur with your high-speed internet service
DellTouch
Dell multimedia keyboard manager. Required if you use the additional keys
DellTouch
Multimedia keyboard control for Dell based PCs - only required if you use the multimedia keys
delmsbb
NCase adware
delsaap
NCase adware
delstart
Reportedly part of BT ISP software - what does it do and is it required in startup?
delsubmit
CoolWebSearch parasite variant
DelTmp
Added to the startup list after installing a Creative SoundBlaster Audigy soundcard. Deletes temporary files once an installation is complete?
DeltTray
System Tray access to the control panel for the M-Audio Delta 44 PCI Analog Recording Interface. Available via a desktop shortcut, Start -> Programs or Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
DeluxeCommunications
Deluxe Communications, a SurfSideKick adware variant
DELXP Protocol
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
demon
Part of the French Wanadoo ADSL extense pack. What does it do and is it required?
Deneca
Added by the DELUZ VIRUS!
DepFrez
Deep Freeze from Faronics Coporation. "Freezes" the current software configuration so that an a re-boot all changes made refer back to their original settings. Not required for most users - more likely to be used by system administrators, for example
Description of Shortcuts
* seems to be a sequence of alphanumerics that can be different, i.e., 1960F8A9, 4EBD23F5, etc. Each of these files would appear to be a shortcut, i.e., 4EBD23F5 is actually Works Calender Reminder (found via a registry search)
Desire
Adult content dialler
desk-top-service
??
DeskAd Service
DeskAd.Service adware
DeskColor
Provides transparent icon text backgrounds and coloured icon text
Deskflag
DeskFlag - animated USA flag on the desktop
DeskMateAutoUpdate
DeskMates: Virtual scantily clad girls enhance your desktop. BargainBuddy adware related
Desksite CMA
DeskSite CMA siftware - "retrieves new content from the DeskSite Data Center"
DeskSlide
"DeskSlide is utility for automating wallpaper changes on your desktop"
Desktop
Added by the BOOKMARKER TROJAN!
desktop
Added by the SDBOT.MD WORM!
Desktop
Added by the VB-DRN WORM!
desktop
IE-Title malware
Desktop Architect
Desktop theme manager available here - for managing the desktop appearance, fonts, sounds, etc
Desktop Calendar
Desktop Calendar - "Desktop Calendar is a highly customizable calendar program that turns your desktop into a traditional wall calendar, by rotating the background image on a monthly basis"
Desktop Plant
Vritual plant from here - this version is an Azalea, there are others so the filename may be different
Desktop Search
iSearch "Desktop Search" hijacker
Desktop Service Centre
OptusNet DSL or Dial-Up connection software
Desktop Weather
Desktop Weather by The Weather Channel - provides current temperature, conditions, alerts, etc
Desktop Weather 3
Desktop Weather 3 by The Weather Channel - provides current temperature, conditions, alerts, etc
Desktop Weather 3
Desktop Weather 3 by The Weather Channel - provides current temperature, conditions, alerts, etc
DesktopIconToy
"Desktop Icon Toy is an easy to use desktop icon enhancement tool, which allows you to make many funny but useful patterns out of your windows desktop icons"
desktopmgr
Synchronisation manager for the cradles for the Research In Motion range of wireless handhelds, including the "Blackberry"
DesktopUpdate
MatrixDialer related
DesktopX
A program that replaces the regular Desktop and Taskbar, and can be changed to the user's liking
deskup
Adds Iomega Zip drive icons to the desktop
destroyb11
Added by the DELF-KO TROJAN!
detect
iNTERNET Turbo from Clasys Ltd. "It accelerates any Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP internet connection in seconds". If you find it helps your connectivity leave it enabled
detect
??
Detector
USB port detector for LG scanners. Sits in the System Tray, and when it detects the scanner through the USB port, you can run the scanner software from the tray. It is not required at all, since you can use the scan software from almost any photo editing software
DetectorApp
Related to Roxio MyDVD (was Sonic) DVD authoring software
DevconDefaultDB
Appears to be related to older Creative Soundblaster soundcards
Development Environment
Added by the DELBOT-AH WORM!
DEventAgent
DEvent Agent Module client - part of Dell OpenManage and used for server management. Only required if you use this
devenv
Added by the DEDLER-G TROJAN!
Device Configuration Loader
Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!
Device Detector
ACDSee Auto Device Detector detects when a device is connected to your PC and gives you the option to acquire images from it automatically
Device Detector 2
Installed by various Olympus products, this program detects the active connection of a speech device (voice recorder, etc) to a USB port then runs specific client software used to access that device. The DevDtct2 process has a "high" priority level which can negatively impact system resources
Device Manager
Added by the RBOT.AJU WORM!
DeviceDiscovery
Detection of new imaging, printing and other peripherals on HP machines such as USB printers, cameras and Bluetooth products. "This program is a non-essential process, but should not be terminated unless suspected to be causing problems"
DevicePath
Added by the GRUEL WORM!
DevicePath
Added by the GRUEL WORM!
Devices
Salfeld Child Control - parental control software
Devicewin
Added by the BANKER-AEV TROJAN!
devldr16
Associated with some Creative Labs sound cards. Provides audio support for DOS applications. Not needed if you don't have those. Required if you use "Sound Play Control" and "Sound Recorder". To disable: (1) Disable via MSCONFIG (2) Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> System -> Device Manager then disable "Creative SB16 Emulation" under Creative Miscellaneous Devices
devldr16.exe
Associated with some Creative Labs sound cards. Provides audio support for DOS applications. Not needed if you don't have those. Required if you use "Sound Play Control" and "Sound Recorder". To disable: (1) Disable via MSCONFIG (2) Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> System -> Device Manager then disable "Creative SB16 Emulation" under Creative Miscellaneous Devices
Devlog
??
Devlog
Apparently mainboard/chipset related, by a French company called AS Media - what exactly is it, and is it required
dfgfdgrergd
Added by the RANKY.CK TROJAN!
dfgfdgrergd
Added by the RANKY.CK TROJAN!
DGJM
??
dgtstart
DigitalNames.g adware
dguard
eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related. Previously not recommended, see here
DHCP
Added by the WINSPY.AG TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate smss.exe process which is always located in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!
DHCP Server
Added by the RBOT-PR WORM!
DHCP32
Added by the WINSPY.AG TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process which is always located in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!
dhcpagnt
Intel DSL modem driver - leave enabled or you'll have to re-install the drivers
DHNUXB
??
diagent
System Tray access for Creative Diagnostics for the Creative SoundBlaster series soundcards. Available via Start -> Programs
Diagnostic
Added by the ALPHA-C TROJAN!
Dial22
Adult content dialler
Dial33
Adult content dialler
Dialer
Unidentfied malware
Dialer Control
Dialer-Control. Detects and protects from premium rate p0rn diallers
Dialer Detect
DialerDetect detects stealth installed premium rate diallers, and sounds the alarm when such a connection is being installed without you knowing it
Dialgo SDK
Dialgo Wave Modem ActiveX - "Telephone Answering Machine for scripting your own professional call center business scripts using a voice modem. Features Caller-ID, Wave Playback, Wave Recording, Digit Monitoring, POP3 e-mail Manipulation, Speech Recognition and Synthesis"
DialNet
Adult content dialler
Dialog Box Assistant
Dialog Box Assistant from Duality Software. Helps with the standard Open and Save As dialog boxes by showing recently used files and folders
Dialog Helper
Dialog Helper from PowerDesk Pro by Ontrack. Helps with the standard Open and Save As dialog boxes by showing recently used files and folders. Available via Start -> Programs
DialUp Network Application
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
Diam prlaer
Added by the SDBOT-DEU WORM!
Diamondview
Manulife Financial Insurance program. Is it required at startup?
DIECOX
Added by a variant of the ATM.GEN TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
Diesel
Added by the LAZAR TROJAN!
DietK
Diet Kazaa add-on for Kazaa Media Desktop - "removes all adware and popups, built in Download Accelerator, makes searches faster and helps produce more results"
DigiCell
MSI DigiCell - "the most useful and powerful utility that MSI has spent much research and efforts to develop, helps users to monitor and configure all the integrated peripherals of the system, such as audio program, power management, MP3 files management and communication / 802.11g WLAN settings. Moreover, with this unique utility, you will be able to activate the MSI well-known features, Live Update and Core Center"
DigiD
Adware downloader
DigiGuide
TV guide and reminder
DigiGuide
TV guide and reminder
Digisoft AntiDialer
Digisoft AntiDialer
DigiSrv
Related to camera software from DigitalDreams
Digital Dashboard
For Compaq PC's. Loads Digital Dashboard options
Digital Line Detect
Detects whether your are plugged into a digital telephone line and displays the information graphically. Installed by Dell (and maybe others) and is included with all Connexant V.92 and Broadcom modems
Digital Patrol Update 5
Digital Patrol - "a powerful anti trojan scanner, which detects and eliminates more than 180'000 Trojan Horses and Spywares. Digital Patrol detects viruses, trojans, worms, spyware, malicious ActiveX controls and Java applets."
Digital River eBot
Digital River Systems EBOT for downloading software from their site. In some cases, if you purchase software online for a download from a software manufacturer, you will be sent to this online company's site for the download after the purchase is complete. Read more here
DigitalNames
DigitalNames spyware variant
DigitalWizard
InstallShield's DigitalWizard - free, complete Digital Content Management Solution that makes it easy to experience digital content
DigitalWizard Monitor
InstallShield's DigitalWizard - free, complete Digital Content Management Solution that makes it easy to experience digital content
DIGServices
Created by Disney but licensed to ESPN for watching videos
DIGServices
Created by Disney but licensed to ESPN for watching videos
DIGStream
DIGStream Cache Manager - part of ESPN Motion and Disney Motion that periodically check for new videos and indication they're available in the System Tray. Starting ESPN Motion/Disney Motion starts digstream automatically
Dimension
Dimension - a program which lets you customize MSN messenger such as adding animated and coloured nicknames, personal toast creator, war tools (login flooder), and allows viewing and interacting with the raw MSN protocol
Dimension4
Dimension 4 - network time synchronization freeware - starts-up, adjusts the system clock, then shuts down
Dino3
Related to Jurassic Park III and enables a dinosaur to walk across the screen. Also generates adverts and classified as adware as a result
Dinst
IMIServer/IEPlugin adware
Dir1
Added by the CAKE WORM!
Direct settings
Added by the DAEMONI-I TROJAN!
Direct Update
DirectUpdate dynamic DNS updater
Direct X Direct3D
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
Direct X Opengl
Added by a variant of the RBOT-CJ WORM!
direct3d.exe
Added by the CERTIF-F TROJAN!
DirectCD
DirectCD primarily allows you to drag and drop files onto a suitably formatted CD-RW disc. Unless you use this on a frequent basis it isn't required and is available via Start -> Programs. Start the program before inserting a DirectCD formatted CD-RW in the drive. A re-boot is recommended if you close Adaptec DirectCD before re-opening it again later
Directory Opus Desktop Dblclk
Directory Opus - an advanced file manager. "Directory Opus goes beyond the simple file manager metaphor, and offers you a complete replacement for Windows Explorer and many other utility programs for handling FTP, ZIP, viewing files and images, running slideshows and more"
directs.exe
Added by the BEAGLE.O or BEAGLE.R or BEAGLE.S or BEAGLE.T WORMS!
DIRECTVDSL
Starts DirectTV DSL modem at boot up. Can also be started manually
DirectX
Added by the BIONET.318 TROJAN! Note - not the DirectX helper which is ddhelp.exe
directx
Added by the SDBOT.D TROJAN!
directx
Added by the SDBOT.D TROJAN!
DirectX
Added by the BLAXE or LOGPOLE WORMS!
directx
Added by the SDBOT.D TROJAN!
directx
Added by the SDBOT.D TROJAN!
DirectX 32
Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!
DirectX For Microsoft Windows
Added by the PROGENT TROJAN!
DirectX for Microsoft Windows
Added by the PRORAT TROJAN!
DirectX for Microsoft Windows
Added by the PRORAT TROJAN!
DirectX For Microsoft(r) Windows
Added by the PRORAT-P TROJAN!
DirectX shell driver
Added by the MARKTMAN-B TROJAN!
Directx Startup Drivers
Detected by PCTools as the RBOT.UXL WORM! See here
DirectX Video Driver
Added by the WILAB-A TROJAN!
DirectX64
Added by the BROWNEY.A WORM!
DirectX9
Detected by Kaspersky as the AGENT.EDW TROJAN! See here
DirectX9 Diag
Added by the RBOT-ALT WORM!
Dirkey
Dirkey - small utility that allows you to bookmark up to 9 folders by using the Ctrl+Alt+1..9 shortcut keys in an Open/Save File dialog or in Windows Explorer. After this the Ctrl+1..9 shortcut keys can be used in the same or another window to go to any of the 9 bookmarked folders
Disable EHCI
??
Disc Detector
For Creative sound cards. Detects when you insert a CD, DVD, etc
disc detector
??
discoveg
??
DISCover
Related to DISCover Drop from Digital Interactive Systems Corporation. What does it do and is it required?
DiscoverDeskshop
Discover Deskshop - single use "virtual" credit card
DiscUpdateManager
Disc Update Manager for Digital interactive's DISCover Console. Provider of on-demand video games
DiscUpdateManager
DISCover from Digital Interactive Systems Corporation Inc. "The company’s patented Drop ’n’ Play technology provides a simple, console-like experience when playing PC titles allowing for seamless play of CD/DVD-based games while its unique Parental Control system incorporates ESRB ratings to help users limit access to younger players"
DiscWizardMonitor.exe
Seagate DiscWizard - hard disk utility for Seagate's SATA and PATA (IDE) drives
Disk Check
Added by the IM TROJAN!
Disk Cleaner
Hard disk management part of TuneUp Utilities from TuneUp Distribution GmbH
Disk Defragmentation Loader
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!
Disk Essensial Tools
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!
Disk Keeper
Added by the SMALL-VE TROJAN!
Disk Keeper
Daosearch adware
Disk Manager
Added by the RBOT.AQT WORM!
Disk Master
Added by the DISTER TROJAN! - a spam relayer
Disk Panel Configuration
Detected by PCTools as the IRCBOT.BSQ TROJAN! See here
Disk Panel Setup
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!
DiskCheck
Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
DiskeeperSystray
DisKeeper defragmentation software - can be started manually
diskinf
Added by the CRYPTER.A TROJAN!
DISKMON.EXE
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Disknag
Dell program that reminds you to make your backup diskettes
Diskstart
Adult content dialler
Diskstart
MS-Connect dialler
Diskstart
Adult content dialler
Diskstart
Adult content dialler
Disk_Monitor
Multi-media, Smartmedia, Compact Flash card reader for reading digital camera cards. Device is recognised as internal USB disk drive. Necessary if camera cards are to be recognised as soon as they are inserted into the reader
disnisa
Added by the DORF-AE WORM!
Dispatcher
Added by the DLOADR-AS TROJAN!
display
ComSpySysSvr surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself
Display Drivers
Added by the AGOBOT.FX WORM!
Display Settings
Allows for the adjustment of the display for LCD screen, CRT Monitor and TV output on HP computers
DisplayFusion
DisplayFusion from Binary Fortress Software - "is a fantastic application that can make your dual monitor (or triple monitor or more) life much, much easier! From allowing you to use a different wallpaper on each monitor, to integrating with Flickr for image searching, to providing hotkeys for managing your application windows"
DisplayTrayIcon
System Tray access to display properties for ABIT graphics cards. Unless you change your desktop resolution, etc regularily use Control Panel -> Display
Disspy
Disspy spyware detection and removal software
Distiller Assistant 3.01
From Adobe. Creates PDF universal files for Acrobat Reader. Available via Start -> Programs
Distributed File System
Added by the MYFIP.A or MYFIP.K WORMS!
Distributed File System
Added by the MYFIP-C or MYFIP.K WORMS!
Distributed File System
Added by the MYFIP.AC WORM!
Distributed File System
Added by the MYFIP.AB WORM!
distributed.net client
Dsitributed computing projects client from Distributed.net where numerous computers are used to share a projects workload - similar to SETI@Home and Folding@Home. Also prone to being distributed by viruses
Dit
Drive Icon and Label Utility - assigns drive icons and names to flash memory cards. Required, otherwise the drives aren't found
Dit
Added by the LAZAR-A TROJAN! Note - this is located in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder
DiTask.exe
Associated with an Eicon Networks ISDN or ADSL modem. System Tray icon which shows you the status of your lines (free, occupied with incoming or outgoing call). Available via Start -> Programs
Divamon.exe
Associated with an Eicon Networks Diva ISDN or ADSL modem - what does it do and is it required?
divx
Added to the SPBOT.B TROJAN!
Divx
Added by the GRAVEBOT-A TROJAN!
DivX MediaPlayer 7.0
Added by the ALADINZ.G TROJAN!
DivX Player
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
DivX Updater
Added by the NALDEM TROJAN or MASTAK VIRUS!
DIVX Video Player
Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
Divx4 codec
Added by an unidentfied VIRUS! Note - this is not the legitimate Creative Labs devldr32.exe file
DJREGFIX
DJRegFix showed up first in WinME as a "clever" way to ensure that all Hewlett-Packard DeskJet printers actually worked with WinME - since most were having major problems. This "utility" adds the functionality and compatibility HP forgot to add in its WinME drivers
DJSNetCN
Symantec Licensing Detect Internet Connection, part of Norton Antivirus. What does it do and is it required?
djtopr1150.exe
WebRebates adware
dKernel
Added by the DECOY-A WORM!
DkService
From Executive Software's Diskeeper defragmenting utility - a replacement for Windows Disk Defragmenter. It's recommended to leave this enabled, otherwise you could have problems starting it manually.
DKTime
Added by the LUNII TROJAN!
Dkware lptt01
RapidBlaster variant (in a "DonkeySoft" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here
Dkware ml097e
RapidBlaster variant (in a "DonkeySoft" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here
dkzzixm
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dla
Drive letter access to a UDF packet writer for CD-RW - from HP, Veritas an others. Similar to Roxio's DirectCD and does the same thing. From HP - "This is a needed file as it controles the readability of the Combo drives. Without this file loading the end user will be able to burn CD's but wont be able to read them. The drive itself will be able to read store bought master Cd's without the file but not burnt ones"
DLA
Sonic CD/DVD burning applications
DlaTray
System Tray access to DLA - Drive letter access to HP's and Veritas' version of DirectCD. Does the same thing as DirectCD. From HP - "This is a needed file as it controles the readability of the Combo drives. Without this file loading the end user will be able to burn CD's but wont be able to read them. The drive itself will be able to read store bought master Cd's without the file but not burnt ones"
dlbcserv
Related to Dell Photo Printers and provides additional configuration options for these devices
DLBTCATS
Resolves a timing problem where a Dell service tries to communicate with the printer but Windows is too busy - by either delaying the start of the service or restarting if the service failed to load. See here for more details on a similar Lexmark DLL entry (LXDCtime.dll)
DLBUCATS
Dell printer software - reports back on printer and cartridge useage
DLBXCATS
Resolves a timing problem where a Dell service tries to communicate with the printer but Windows is too busy - by either delaying the start of the service or restarting if the service failed to load. See here for more details on a similar Lexmark DLL entry (LXDCtime.dll)
DLCCCATS
Related to the Dell AIO A964 printer/scanner/copier which comes bundled with many Dell computers. Required for the Dell Ink Management System. If you use the 964 printer, Dell recommends leaving dlcctime.dll in place as it fixes compatibility issues on some Dell systems. If you receive an error message on system startup that reads: "Error in C:WINDOWSSystem32spooldriversW32x863DLCCtime.dll Missing entry: RunDLLEntry" Dell offers help here
dlccmon.exe
Dell Photo AIO Printer 924 device monitor
DLCDCATS
Dell printer software - reports back on printer and cartridge useage
dlcdmon.exe
Dell Photo AIO Printer 944 device monitor
DLCFCATS
Dell printer software - reports back on printer and cartridge useage
DLCGCATS
Resolves a timing problem where a Dell service tries to communicate with the printer but Windows is too busy - by either delaying the start of the service or restarting if the service failed to load. See here for more details on a similar Lexmark DLL entry (LXDCtime.dll)
dlcgmon.exe
Dell