msmsgs.exe - msmsgs process information

msmsgs.exe is the main process relating to the MSN Messenger Internet chat tool installed by default on most Windows computers. A tray bar is also installed alongside this process for easy access to its features which include Internet chat, file sharing and audio/video conferencing. This is a non-essential process. Disabling or enabling it is down to user preference.

Note: msmsgs.exe could also be a process which belongs to the W32.Alcarys.B@mm virus. If found on your system make sure that you have downloaded the latest update for your antivirus application. This process is a security risk and should be removed from your system.

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

msmsgs.exe is not a critical component. It is highly recommended that you run a FREE performance scan to automatically optimize memory, CPU and Internet settings.

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