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What is SysWoW64 Folder?

SysWoW64 is a system directory of Windows 64 based Operating Systems. The main feature of this subsystem is to run 32 bit application and programs in compatibility mode with 64bit environment.

SysWoW64 system32 is bundled with all Windows 64 bit versions including Windows Xp, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Server 2003. It is also an optional component for Windows Server 2008 release 2 core. The main reason for creating this component is to efficiently manage the differences which arise between 32-64 bit structural changes. Continue reading →

Teatimer.exe

What is Teatimer.exe?

Teatimer.exe is a simple part process of the antispyware software – Spybot Search and destroy. This program helps your system to stay guard against everyday spy-ware threats and intrusions. If you have installed this program there is nothing to worry about as this is a legitimate process and not a virus, but if you do not remember installing this program you should take immediate steps to throw it out of your system.

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mccicmservice.exe

What is mccicmservice.exe?

It is a verified process from the Alcatel-Lucent company, a brand name for Motive Communications Inc. telecommunication devices and services. If you have installed AT&T, FlexFx, Adobe AIR or BT Wireless device this process could have been installed with the main program.

mccicmservice.exe Location

You can find this process located under the following location in Windows 7, Vista and Windows XP:

C:\programs\common files\motive\
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Configure AOL Webmail as Default Mailer for Windows 7

If you have an AOLwebmail account and have been wondering how to effectively manage it for Windows 7, you have come to the right place. This is a simple step by step tutorial on how to Login your AOL account.

Make AOL Default Mail in Windows 7

The best program to manage default mail under windows environment is MailTo.exe but it is limited to configure Gmail accounts only. Other accounts such as yahoo, Hotmail and AOL are not supported.

You will have to use a very simple tool called GmailDefaultMaker to change the Windows default mail service and Sign in to the aol mail server. This opensource tool is ad-ware free and you will be able to configure windows mail services in just a few steps. Continue reading →

How to Repair corrupt sprtcmd.exe startup Error

What is sprtcmd.exe?

Sprtmd.exe process belongs to Dell Corporation. It is a simple support file which runs on incognito mode and continuously check for system updates both critical and normal. It can effectively manage Windows updates for Dell software and applications. It can also scan for updated drivers and patches which has been released recently.

Is sprtcmd.exe a virus?

No, it is an update file from Dell. It is a verified digitally signed process and is required by your system to stay updated. It automatically scans and download updates files which keeps your system up to date and help you stay protected from virus and worms. Continue reading →