What msmsgs.exe?

Msmsgs.exe is the executable for Windows Live Messenger, chat tool installed and loaded by default with Windows operating systems.

Messenger enter it in the folder from folder in Windows Explorer. On most Windows installations, it automatically starts, when the computer starts and is accessible on the taskbar.

Importance

Windows Live Messenger is an instant messaging program which allows to communicate with other users over the Internet.

Msmsgs.exe is incorrect by some as a malicious tool. It is not. But it can be annoying be and there are several ways to deactivate it.

Features

MSN Live Messenger can chat with multiple people.

It contains methods, sharing files that you send and receive photos, music and documents. It allows use of webcams, you can see your contact you with him chat. Messenger provides news on your desktop.

Disabling Windows Live Messenger

The consulted Services console by typing "services.msc" in the test run window on the start menu is easier and safer to disable the way Windows Live Messenger.

When you open the Services console, find the Windows Live Messenger and click the button "Disabled". When you save your changes, there is progress, no longer on your computer until you enable again. Disabling Windows Live Messenger is registration search key "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Policies\Microsoft" and change its value to 1.

Alerts

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Misunderstandings

Msmsgs.exe is not a virus or Trojan horse.

It uses the "exe" extension used by many viruses automatically starts when the computer starts up and consumes large amounts of system resources such as viruses. But msmsgs.exe monitor your computer processes or work as spyware.