dns.exe

dns.exe - Here is the scoop on DNS Server Service as it pertains to computer network security. The big question: what is dns.exe and is it spyware, a trojan and if so, how do I get rid of DNS Server Service?

dns.exe (DNS Server Service) - Details

The dns.exe service is used by windows servers to service DNS (Domain Name System) requests from hosts on a network. DNS requests are used to translate a computer's name (e.g. localhost) to the computer's IP address (e.g. 127.0.0.1) so that the computer can be communicated with over a network. If the computer on which this service is running is a DNS server, you should not disable this process.

dns.exe is flagged as a system process and does not appear to be a security risk. However, removing DNS Server Service may adversly impact your system.

The Process Server database currently registers dns.exe to Microsoft.

This is part of Microsoft Windows.

 

dns.exe is related to dnsapi.dll, icsmgr.exe,

Whenever you have a concern about a file like dns.exe, feel free to visit our Anonymous Surfing section to help verify your file you are not giving away too much personal information.

The Process Server database is updated often, but inaccuracies may still exist, often caused by viruses named after valid files such as DNS Server Service. Always verify your results just to play it safe.

DNS.EXE - Disclaimer

Every attempt has been made to provide you with the correct information for dns.exe or DNS SERVER SERVICE. Many spyware / malware programs use filenames of usual, non-malware programs. If we have included information about dns.exe that is inaccurate, we would greatly appreciate your help by updating the Process Information database and we will do our best to correct it.

You should verify the accuracy of information we provided about dns.exe. DNS Server Service may have had a status change since this page was published.

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