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[HELP] Is this a virus?
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hey guys.
I went to the task manager and i saw that winlogon.exe was running.
I'm afraid if this is a virus or a keylogger?
Can someone tell me please?
thanks
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Run a virus scan on your system. Easiest way to tell...
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iPRFT wrote hey guys.
I went to the task manager and i saw that winlogon.exe was running.
I'm afraid if this is a virus or a keylogger?
Can someone tell me please?
thanks


Yes that is a virus. However, I'm not sure how to remove it.
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It is in no way a virus. It is a windows program being run in the background to help deal with logging onto your system.

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That is NOT a virus and never attempt to end that program as its to do with login on with your pc/laptop , if removed your computer will shut down and whenever you start up will be a blank screen and would need a computer specialist to re store and fix your pc.
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winlogon.exe is a process belonging to the Windows login manager. It handles the login and logout procedures on your system. This program is important for the stable and secure running of your computer and should not be terminated.
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It's not a virus, if you have two of them showing then yes it would be a virus this is for users so DON'T delete it!
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