alg.exe – Here is the scoop on Application Layer Gateway as it pertains to computer network security. The big question: what is alg.exe and is it spyware, a trojan and if so, how do I get rid of Application Layer Gateway?
alg.exe (Application Layer Gateway) – Details
The alg.exe process is part of the internet connection sharing and internet firewall components in Windows XP. If you use a non microsoft firewall and don’t share printers or files it is safe to stop this process.
alg.exe is flagged as a system process and does not appear to be a security risk. However, removing Application Layer Gateway may adversely impact your system.
Our process monitor database currently registers alg.exe to Microsoft.
This is part of Microsoft Windows.
ALG.EXE – Disclaimer
Every attempt has been made to provide you with the correct information for alg.exe or APPLICATION LAYER GATEWAY. Many spyware / malware programs use filenames of usual, non-malware programs. If we have included information about alg.exe that is inaccurate, we would greatly appreciate your help by leaving a comment with the correct information below and we’ll do our best to correct it.
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