Windows\system32\SearchProtocolHost.exe

Discussion in 'other software & services' started by Rainwalker, Oct 2, 2007.

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  1. Rainwalker

    Rainwalker Registered Member

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    Can someone explain what this is. Is it more then basic indexing. If so, do i need it? C:\Windows\system32\SearchProtocolHost.exe" Global\UsGthrFltPipeMssGthrPipe8_ Global\UsGthrCtrlFltPipeMssGthrPipe8
     
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    It hosts a protocol handler
    It is one of the processes of Windows search.
    What problem is it giving you?
     
  3. Rainwalker

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    Thanks for responding Meriadoc.
    Anyone: Are there known security risks?
     
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