explorer.exe
explorer.exe known as Explorer has the following information and may help up understand this process better.
explorer.exe - Here is the scoop on Explorer as it pertains to computer network security. The big question: what is explorer.exe and is it spyware, a trojan and if so, how do I get rid of Explorer?
explorer.exe (Explorer) - Details
The explorer.exe process is the central program for Microsoft Windows. If you stop this process your start bar and other features of the operating system will not longer work (until you reboot). If possible you should not terminate this process.
explorer.exe is an application that does NOT appear to be a security risk
The Process Server database currently registers explorer.exe to Microsoft.
This is part of Microsoft Windows.
Whenever you have a concern about a file like explorer.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 Explorer. Always verify your results just to play it safe.
EXPLORER.EXE - Disclaimer
Every attempt has been made to provide you with the correct information for explorer.exe or EXPLORER. Many spyware / malware programs use filenames of usual, non-malware programs. If we have included information about explorer.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 explorer.exe. Explorer may have had a status change since this page was published.