explorer.exe - explorer process information

explorer.exe is the Windows Program Manager or Windows Explorer. It manages the Windows Graphical Shell including the Start menu, taskbar, desktop, and File Manager. By removing this process the graphical interface for Windows will disappear. This program is important for the stable and secure running of your computer and should not be terminated.

Note: explorer.exe is a process which is registered as a trojan. This Trojan allows attackers to access your computer from remote locations, stealing passwords, Internet banking and personal data. This process is a security risk and should be removed from your system.

Determining whether explorer.exe is a virus or a legitimate Windows process depends on the directory location it executes or runs from.

explorer.exe should not be disabled, required for essential applications to work properly. It is highly recommended that you run a FREE performance scan to automatically optimize memory, CPU and Internet settings.

Determining whether explorer.exe is a virus or a legitimate Windows process depends on the directory location it executes or runs from. Click here to scan your PC including explorer.exe to detect any security threat.