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

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What is Kill process.exe?

Kill process.exe is an executable file from NETGEAR Inc. NETGEAR Powerline Utility, typically around 8.02 MB. 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 Kill process.exe safe, or is it a virus or malware?

To determine if Kill process.exe is legitimate or a virus:

1. Check its location: Legitimate Kill process.exe should be in C:\Program Files\NETGEAR\NETGEAR Powerline Utility\NETGEAR_Powerline_Utility.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 Kill process.exe:

• Located in C:\Program Files\NETGEAR\NETGEAR Powerline Utility\ subfolder;
• Publisher: NETGEAR Inc.
• Full Path: C:\Program Files\NETGEAR\NETGEAR Powerline Utility\NETGEAR_Powerline_Utility.exe
• Help file:
• Publisher URL: www.netgear.com
• Uninstaller: "C:\Program Files\InstallShield Installation Information\{2753B568-6F85-4E31-A114-A7F8D8606DDD}\setup.exe" -runfromtemp -l0x0407 -removeonly
• Language:
• MD5 Hash: 9c3cc0e512aa4504cd0c33fa0a1b2933
• % of Users that remove it: 11%
• User Rating: Very good
• Known to be up to 8.02 MB in size.
  

If you're experiencing issues with Kill process.exe, verify its trustworthiness by checking its location and size in Task Manager (should be in C:\Program Files\NETGEAR\NETGEAR Powerline Utility\). 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 Kill process.exe?

11% 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 Kill process.exe file is not harmful and needs to be removed, use its uninstaller located at "C:\Program Files\InstallShield Installation Information\{2753B568-6F85-4E31-A114-A7F8D8606DDD}\setup.exe" -runfromtemp -l0x0407 -removeonly 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 NETGEAR Powerline Utility, 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 NETGEAR Powerline Utility.

 

 

 

Common Kill process.exe error messages

The most common Kill process.exe errors that can appear are:

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

These .exe error messages can occur during the installation of a program, during the execution of it's associate software program, NETGEAR Powerline Utility, 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 Kill process.exe error occurs is important information when it comes to troubleshooting.

 

How to fix Kill process.exe

To avoid further issues with NETGEAR Powerline Utility:

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 Kill process.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 Kill process.exe, then we recommend that you reinstall the main application associated with it NETGEAR Powerline Utility.

Operating system information

Kill process.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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