What is oxford pocket.exe? Safe Process or Virus/Malware? Fix, Remove, & Startup Management

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What is oxford pocket.exe?

oxford pocket.exe is an executable file from Oxford University Press Oxford Pocket, typically around . While the .exe extension indicates an executable file, it's crucial to determine if this specific file is a safe part of the Windows operating system, a legitimate application, or a harmful virus or trojan.

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Is oxford pocket.exe safe, or is it a virus or malware?

To determine if oxford pocket.exe is legitimate or a virus:

1. Check its location: Legitimate oxford pocket.exe should be in C:\Program Files\oxford\oxford pocket\oxford pocket.exe
2. Use Task Manager: Add "Image Path Name" in columns to see file locations.
3. Use Microsoft's Process Explorer: Check "Verified Signer" status for each process. If it says "Unable to Verify," further investigation is needed. Not all legitimate processes have a verified signature, but no bad processes do.

The most important facts about oxford pocket.exe:

• Located in C:\Program Files\oxford\oxford pocket subfolder;
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Full Path: C:\Program Files\oxford\oxford pocket\oxford pocket.exe
• Help file:
• Publisher URL: www.oxfordopdi.com
• Uninstaller: C:\Program Files\Oxford\Oxford Pocket\Setup.exe /u
• Language:
• MD5 Hash: 96e0cea4fc4ddbf601a1244cccdedc78
• % of Users that remove it: 7%
• User Rating: Excellent
• Known to be up to in size.
  

If you're experiencing issues with oxford pocket.exe, verify its trustworthiness by checking its location and size in Task Manager (should be in C:\Program Files\oxford\oxford pocket). If you suspect a virus, use a security application like Malwarebytes to remove it.

Not all tools detect every malware, so multiple attempts might be necessary. If the virus hinders the removal, boot into Safe Mode with Networking for a more secure environment, allowing you to run a security scan and thoroughly analyze your system.

 

Can I remove or delete oxford pocket.exe?

7% of people remove this file, so it may be harmless.

Do not delete a safe executable file as it might affect associated programs. Always keep your software updated to avoid issues with corrupted files. Regularly check for driver and software updates.

To confirm the safety of suspicious files, use a system analysis tool like Fortect. If identified as malicious, these tools can remove the malware. If the oxford pocket.exe file is not harmful and needs to be removed, use its uninstaller located at C:\Program Files\Oxford\Oxford Pocket\Setup.exe /u or the Add/Remove Program function in the Windows Control Panel.

• 1. In the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then under Programs:
  o Windows Vista/7/8.1/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
  o Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.

• 2. When you find the program Oxford Pocket, click it, and then:
  o Windows Vista/7/8.1/10: Click Uninstall.
  o Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).

• 3. Follow the prompts to remove Oxford Pocket.

 

 

 

Common oxford pocket.exe error messages

The most common oxford pocket.exe errors that can appear are:

• "oxford pocket.exe Application Error."
• "oxford pocket.exe failed."
• "oxford pocket.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience."
• "oxford pocket.exe is not a valid Win32 application."
• "oxford pocket.exe is not running."
• "oxford pocket.exe not found."
• "Cannot find oxford pocket.exe."
• "Error starting program: oxford pocket.exe."
• "Faulting Application Path: oxford pocket.exe."

These .exe error messages can occur during the installation of a program, during the execution of it's associate software program, Oxford Pocket, during the startup or shutdown of Windows, or even during the installation of the Windows operating system. Keeping a record of when and where your oxford pocket.exe error occurs is important information when it comes to troubleshooting.

 

How to fix oxford pocket.exe

To avoid further issues with Oxford Pocket:

1. Regularly perform malware scans.
2. Clean your hard disk with system tools like Disk Cleanup (cleanmgr) and System File Checker (sfc /scannow).
3. Uninstall unnecessary programs.
4. Manage startup programs through Task Manager.
5. Enable automatic system updates.
6. Regularly back up your data or set restore points.

For major issues, use Task Manager and Resource Monitor to diagnose problems. Repair the system using built-in recovery options or the DISM tool, avoiding a full OS reinstallation. Use security software to check for and remove any potential malware.

 

Download or reinstall oxford pocket.exe

It is not recommended to download replacement exe files from any download sites, as these may themselves contain viruses etc. If you need to download or reinstall oxford pocket.exe, then we recommend that you reinstall the main application associated with it Oxford Pocket.

Operating system information

oxford pocket.exe errors can occur in any of the following Microsoft Windows operating systems:

• Windows 11
• Windows 10
• Windows 8.1
• Windows 7
• Windows Vista
  

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