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Status Code Key:
  • "Y" - Normally leave to run at start-up
  • "N" - Not required - typically infrequently used tasks that can be started manually if necessary
  • "U" - User's choice - depends whether a user deems it necessary
  • "X" - Definitely not required - typically viruses, spyware, adware and "resource hogs"
  • "?" - Unknown

  • To lookup a startup program by file name, click the letter it starts with or use the search feature.

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    Status CodeNameCommand Description
    ?gyygyy.exePossibly Gator (and therefore spyware) related?
    Ugwumgwum.exeGigabyte utility manager. Loads if you have a Gigabyte motherboard and got a full bundle of utilities installed. Monitors CPU, fans, BIOS etc. Only used by system "tweakers"
    UGWMDMpiGWMDMpi.exeUsed with internal modems on Gateway PCs such as the 450SX Notebook. Required for audio settings to be maintained and does not remain in memory once run. See here for more information
    NGWMDMMSGGWMDMMSG.exeUsed with internal modems on Gateway and vprMatrix PCs. This is the "GTW modem messaging applet" and is not required for the modem to work correctly
    NGWInkMonitorGWInkMonitor.exeGateway ink monitor - makes an annoying popup that says your printer may be running out of ink, do you want to buy some!
    Xgvagfxjrundll32 ...gvagfxj.dllUnidentified adware, spyware or virus
    Ygw port controllerPORTCT95.EXEFrom a visitor - "I must keep it active in start up or my Lexmark printer and RCA Cam program cannot discover a working port to work". From the file properties, the file is known as "Smart Thru Fax Drive Spy" and is supplied by Samsung
    XGustavVED[filename].exeAdded by the OPASERV.H WORM!
    NGtwatchgtwatch.exeAssociated with a Mustec scanner and not required
    NGuardianCMGrdian.exeMcAfee's QuickClean, an offline version of the one in their online Clinic. Normally run offline and not needed. Incidentally, incorporates more cleanup programs than the likes of WinOptimizer and System Mechanic
    XGStartupGMT.exeGator spyware variant. See Gator
    Xgssomaticgssomatic.exeSearchcentrix hijacker
    NGSOrganizerGSOrganizer.exeGoldenSection Organizer - personal information manager
    Xgshpzzgshp.vbsHomepage hi-jacker
    NGsiconexeGsicon.exeADSL modem monitor from Eicon Networks (as used by BT for its Broadband internet service for example). Can safely be disabled without affecting the connection - all this does is give an indication of connectivity and access to the diagnostic facilities
    ?GscbcGscbc.exe??
    NGrpConvgrpconv.exeTo facilitate the upgrade from Windows 3.1 to Win95/98, an executable file named GRPCONV.EXE is included with Win95/98. This file provides the translation of groups and group items to folders and links unless you need to access Win 3.1 Group files 
    NGroksterGrokster.exeGrokster Peer-To-Peer File Sharing program
    XGremlinintrenat.exeAdded by the DOOMJUICE WORM!
    Xgremierwscript.exe gpremier.vbsAdded by the GPREMIER WORM!
    NGreetings WorkshopGWREMIND.EXEYou really want to be reminded about somebody's birthday at the expense of resources?
    ?GrdSys32GrdSys32.exeX-Stream ISP software. Offers free Net access funded by on-screen ads. Is it required or can you create your own dial-up networking connection to use on demand?
    UGravis Xperience Driver SupportGrxp4exe.exeDriver for Gravis game controllers such as the Eliminator Aftershock. Must be loaded if you run the supplied application software for the controller to be recognized. Start it manually via a shortcut if not used
    UGravis Appawareloaderdbserver.exeLooks like it's associated with Gravis game controllers and the Keyset Manager, allowing the user to program the buttons for games that don't support them
    ?gramdate2Stop.exe??
    Xgouday.exereadme.exeAdded by the BEAGLE.C WORM!
    NGRAgra.exeLooks at system resources at startup and warns you if they have dropped. Contains links to the Disk Clean Up, Defrag and Start Up Menu. It does have a link to a startup configuration utility. Similar to msconfig but can keep a list of disabled apps. Not really necessary. Only appears if you load the Gateway Startup Utility
    UGoToMyPCg2svc.exeExpertCity GoToMyPc logon - web-based remote-access solution that allows individuals and companies to register their computers online and then securely access those computers from any web browser
    NGoogleDCClientGoogleDCC.exeGoogle Compute Client - only present if you installed the Google Toolbar with "Google Compute" client active. Does complex calculations in the background when idle. If you want to turn it off go to your browser, click on the little double-helix on the Google Toolbar, and click "Stop Computing"
    Xgolummservices.exeCoolWebSearch parasite variant. Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
    UGoldensoft_MndlSvrMndlSvr.exeGoldensoft CD Ghost related - turns a computer into a 200X-speed CD-ROM tower. Working from the hard drive, users can simultaneously access as many as 23 virtual CD-ROM drives at a speed of 200X for true multitasking
    XGOGGOG.exeAdded by the PHILIS.B VIRUS!
    UGoBack Tray IconGBTray.exeSystem Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    UGoBack Polling ServiceGBPoll.exeRoxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    UGoBackGBTray.exeSystem Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    XGo!Zilla Monster DownloadsGo.exeDownload manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware
    UGoBackGBMenu.exeRoxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    XGo!Zillagozilla.exeDownload manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware
    ?gnubgnub.exe??
    UGnetmousgnetmous.exeGenius NetScroll+ mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features
    YGmouseGmouse.exeAmouse mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features
    ?gluongluon.exeIn a gluon/bin sub-directory
    XGLSetT32smsiexec.exeAdded by the OPTIX-D TROJAN!
    XGLSetIT32msiexec16.exeAdded by the OPTIX PRO TROJAN!
    XGLSetIT32isass.exeAdded by a variant of the OPTIX PRO TROJAN!
    YGlideGlidew32.exeCirque touchpad driver
    ?GisdnLoggisdnlog.exeBT Digital Access USB
    UGlass2kGlass2k.exe"Glass2k is a small little program that allows Win2K/XP users to make any window transparent"
    XGinaDllntgina.dllAdded by the ANIG.A WORM!
    YGilatFTCftc.exeFor Gilat Communications internet satellite systems - associated with SkyBlaster modem. Required if you have this system
    YGilat SOM Enumeratordllhost.exeFor Gilat Communications internet satellite systems - associated with SkyBlaster modem. Required if you have this system
    XGigaByteCheatle.exeAdded by the SHODI.B VIRUS!
    Xgigabit.exegigabit.exeAdded by the BEAGLE.U WORM!
    ?GhostSurfDelSatelliteDeleteSatellite.exeSpyCatcher spyware remover related. What does it do and is it required?
    NGhostStartTrayAppGhostStartTrayApp.exeSystem Tray access to Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version
    XGetTheMusicrundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dll, DllMostrarMatrixDialer related
    NGhostStartServiceGhostStartService.exeRequired to run the Windows based wizard in Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version. Will start automatically when you run the wizard
    NGetRight Tray IconGETRIGHT.EXEGetRight from Headlight Software - download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. The freeware version is/was spyware. The registered version isn't if you don't install the Aureate/Radiate software. Available via Start -> Programs
    NGet Smilegetsmile.exePuts smilie faces in your E-mail. Run manually when required
    YGenie USB MonitorUSBmonitor.exePort monitor for an external USB hard drive. Required to enable access to the drive
    XGeneric Services Processregsvc32.exeAdded by the GAOBOT.SY WORM!
    XGeneric Host Servicelshost.exeAdded by the RBOT.LU WORM!
    XGeneric Service Processregsvc32.exeAdded by the GAOBOT.UJ or GAOBOT.UL WORMS!
    XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Serviceswinsvc.exeAdded by the SDBOT-O WORM!
    XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicesintspvc.exeAdded by the DINFOR.D WORM!
    XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicesntspcv.exeAdded by the SDBOT.S TROJAN!
    XGeneric Host ProcessSCHOST.EXEAdded by the RBOT-NC WORM!
    XGeneric host proccess for windowsSVCHOSTS.EXEAdded by an unidentified VIRUS, WORM or TROJAN!
    Xgeneral ml097egeneral.exeVariant of the RapidBlaster parasite (in a "General" folder in Program Files). It is not recommended you manually uninstall RapidBlaster but use RapidBlaster Killer - see here
    Xgeneral lptt01general.exeVariant of the RapidBlaster parasite (in a "General" folder in Program Files). It is not recommended you manually uninstall RapidBlaster but use RapidBlaster Killer - see here
    UGene USB MonitorUSBMonit.exeMonitors USB ports for insertion of Sandisk USB flashdrives
    NGemStRmWGemStRmW.exeFor a GemPlus smart card reader. If it doesn't start automatically when you insert the smart card, start it manually
    NGEARsecgearsec.exeInstalled by Apple Quicktime package - iPod/iTunes CDRW support. Can be disabled if you only require Quicktime player
    XGEDZACGEDZAC.exeAdded by the GEMEL WORM!
    NGearboxconfsvr.exeNTL's Gearbox software for configuring internet connections with their NTLWorld software - does a similar job to the Internet Connection Wizard which can be used instead using the dial-up details available here
    NGDriveGDriver.exeFound on IBM systems. All it does is set the CDROM drive letter to G:. Set your drive letter manually via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> System -> Device Manager
    XGDAX[path to backdoor]Added by the RANKY.K TROJAN!
    ?GCC Remindergccrem.exeAssociated with AcraMax Greeting Card Creator. Is it a registration reminder?
    NGCSGrabClipSave.exeGrabClipSave screen capture tool
    UgcasServgcasServ.exeGiant Antispyware
    UgcasDtServgcasDtServ.exeGiant Antispyware
    UGBTrayGBTray.exeSystem Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    UGazelDisplaygsyno.exeBT Digital Access USB - Gazel ISDN installation System Tray icon
    XGay_Sexy_**Gay_Sexy_**.exePremium rate adult content dialler (where * is a random char)
    XGator eWalletgator.exeGator eWallet from The Gator Corporation. Spyware - see here for removal instructions
    XGatorgator.exeSpyware - see here for removal instructions
    UGammaHotKeyssetgamma.exePart of the RadeonTweaker program for adjusting ATI Radeon graphics cards. Allows you to adjust the gamma (or brightness) when playing a full-screen game without switching back to the desktop
    Ugameutil.exegameutil.exePart of Redline RegTweak as supplied with Sapphire ATI graphics cards. You can configure different overlclocking settings on a per game basis and this sets those conditions following a re-boot
    NGameSpotkontiki.exeKontiki Delivery Manager - Windows-based client software that enables secure delivery of content to users' desktops
    XGames toolbarrundll32.exe [path] tbGame.dll, DllShowTBTopconverting.com180Search "Games Toolbar" adware
    XGames Accelerationsvshost.exeEasySearch adware
    UGainwardTBPanel.exeConfiguration utility for Gainward graphics cards. Not required unless you use non-default settings. Available via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
    NGame DeviceJOYUPDRV.EXEGenius game controller profile activator
    NGadwin PrintScreenPrintScreen.exeGadwin PrintScreen - utility to capture, print or save the current window
    ?g3dctlg3dctl.exe??
    NGadu-Gadugg.exePolish language Instant Messaging client
    XG00123[worm filename]Added by the BUGBROS WORM!
    XG00123[worm filename]Added by the BUGBROS WORM!
    ?g3dctlg3dctl.exe??
    NGadu-Gadugg.exePolish language Instant Messaging client
    NGadwin PrintScreenPrintScreen.exeGadwin PrintScreen - utility to capture, print or save the current window
    UGainwardTBPanel.exeConfiguration utility for Gainward graphics cards. Not required unless you use non-default settings. Available via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
    NGame DeviceJOYUPDRV.EXEGenius game controller profile activator
    XGames Accelerationsvshost.exeEasySearch adware
    XGames toolbarrundll32.exe [path] tbGame.dll, DllShowTBTopconverting.com180Search "Games Toolbar" adware
    NGameSpotkontiki.exeKontiki Delivery Manager - Windows-based client software that enables secure delivery of content to users' desktops
    Ugameutil.exegameutil.exePart of Redline RegTweak as supplied with Sapphire ATI graphics cards. You can configure different overlclocking settings on a per game basis and this sets those conditions following a re-boot
    UGammaHotKeyssetgamma.exePart of the RadeonTweaker program for adjusting ATI Radeon graphics cards. Allows you to adjust the gamma (or brightness) when playing a full-screen game without switching back to the desktop
    XGatorgator.exeSpyware - see here for removal instructions
    XGator eWalletgator.exeGator eWallet from The Gator Corporation. Spyware - see here for removal instructions
    XGay_Sexy_**Gay_Sexy_**.exePremium rate adult content dialler (where * is a random char)
    UGazelDisplaygsyno.exeBT Digital Access USB - Gazel ISDN installation System Tray icon
    UGBTrayGBTray.exeSystem Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    UgcasDtServgcasDtServ.exeGiant Antispyware
    UgcasServgcasServ.exeGiant Antispyware
    ?GCC Remindergccrem.exeAssociated with AcraMax Greeting Card Creator. Is it a registration reminder?
    NGCSGrabClipSave.exeGrabClipSave screen capture tool
    XGDAX[path to backdoor]Added by the RANKY.K TROJAN!
    NGDriveGDriver.exeFound on IBM systems. All it does is set the CDROM drive letter to G:. Set your drive letter manually via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> System -> Device Manager
    NGearboxconfsvr.exeNTL's Gearbox software for configuring internet connections with their NTLWorld software - does a similar job to the Internet Connection Wizard which can be used instead using the dial-up details available here
    NGEARsecgearsec.exeInstalled by Apple Quicktime package - iPod/iTunes CDRW support. Can be disabled if you only require Quicktime player
    XGEDZACGEDZAC.exeAdded by the GEMEL WORM!
    NGemStRmWGemStRmW.exeFor a GemPlus smart card reader. If it doesn't start automatically when you insert the smart card, start it manually
    UGene USB MonitorUSBMonit.exeMonitors USB ports for insertion of Sandisk USB flashdrives
    Xgeneral lptt01general.exeVariant of the RapidBlaster parasite (in a "General" folder in Program Files). It is not recommended you manually uninstall RapidBlaster but use RapidBlaster Killer - see here
    Xgeneral ml097egeneral.exeVariant of the RapidBlaster parasite (in a "General" folder in Program Files). It is not recommended you manually uninstall RapidBlaster but use RapidBlaster Killer - see here
    XGeneric host proccess for windowsSVCHOSTS.EXEAdded by an unidentified VIRUS, WORM or TROJAN!
    XGeneric Host ProcessSCHOST.EXEAdded by the RBOT-NC WORM!
    XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicesntspcv.exeAdded by the SDBOT.S TROJAN!
    XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicesintspvc.exeAdded by the DINFOR.D WORM!
    XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Serviceswinsvc.exeAdded by the SDBOT-O WORM!
    XGeneric Host Servicelshost.exeAdded by the RBOT.LU WORM!
    XGeneric Service Processregsvc32.exeAdded by the GAOBOT.UJ or GAOBOT.UL WORMS!
    XGeneric Services Processregsvc32.exeAdded by the GAOBOT.SY WORM!
    YGenie USB MonitorUSBmonitor.exePort monitor for an external USB hard drive. Required to enable access to the drive
    NGet Smilegetsmile.exePuts smilie faces in your E-mail. Run manually when required
    NGetRight Tray IconGETRIGHT.EXEGetRight from Headlight Software - download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. The freeware version is/was spyware. The registered version isn't if you don't install the Aureate/Radiate software. Available via Start -> Programs
    XGetTheMusicrundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dll, DllMostrarMatrixDialer related
    NGhostStartServiceGhostStartService.exeRequired to run the Windows based wizard in Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version. Will start automatically when you run the wizard
    NGhostStartTrayAppGhostStartTrayApp.exeSystem Tray access to Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version
    ?GhostSurfDelSatelliteDeleteSatellite.exeSpyCatcher spyware remover related. What does it do and is it required?
    Xgigabit.exegigabit.exeAdded by the BEAGLE.U WORM!
    XGigaByteCheatle.exeAdded by the SHODI.B VIRUS!
    YGilat SOM Enumeratordllhost.exeFor Gilat Communications internet satellite systems - associated with SkyBlaster modem. Required if you have this system
    YGilatFTCftc.exeFor Gilat Communications internet satellite systems - associated with SkyBlaster modem. Required if you have this system
    XGinaDllntgina.dllAdded by the ANIG.A WORM!
    ?GisdnLoggisdnlog.exeBT Digital Access USB
    UGlass2kGlass2k.exe"Glass2k is a small little program that allows Win2K/XP users to make any window transparent"
    YGlideGlidew32.exeCirque touchpad driver
    XGLSetIT32msiexec16.exeAdded by the OPTIX PRO TROJAN!
    XGLSetIT32isass.exeAdded by a variant of the OPTIX PRO TROJAN!
    XGLSetT32smsiexec.exeAdded by the OPTIX-D TROJAN!
    ?gluongluon.exeIn a gluon/bin sub-directory
    YGmouseGmouse.exeAmouse mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features
    UGnetmousgnetmous.exeGenius NetScroll+ mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features
    ?gnubgnub.exe??
    XGo!Zillagozilla.exeDownload manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware
    XGo!Zilla Monster DownloadsGo.exeDownload manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware
    UGoBackGBMenu.exeRoxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    UGoBackGBTray.exeSystem Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    UGoBack Polling ServiceGBPoll.exeRoxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    UGoBack Tray IconGBTray.exeSystem Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    XGOGGOG.exeAdded by the PHILIS.B VIRUS!
    UGoldensoft_MndlSvrMndlSvr.exeGoldensoft CD Ghost related - turns a computer into a 200X-speed CD-ROM tower. Working from the hard drive, users can simultaneously access as many as 23 virtual CD-ROM drives at a speed of 200X for true multitasking
    Xgolummservices.exeCoolWebSearch parasite variant. Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
    NGoogleDCClientGoogleDCC.exeGoogle Compute Client - only present if you installed the Google Toolbar with "Google Compute" client active. Does complex calculations in the background when idle. If you want to turn it off go to your browser, click on the little double-helix on the Google Toolbar, and click "Stop Computing"
    UGoToMyPCg2svc.exeExpertCity GoToMyPc logon - web-based remote-access solution that allows individuals and companies to register their computers online and then securely access those computers from any web browser
    Xgouday.exereadme.exeAdded by the BEAGLE.C WORM!
    NGRAgra.exeLooks at system resources at startup and warns you if they have dropped. Contains links to the Disk Clean Up, Defrag and Start Up Menu. It does have a link to a startup configuration utility. Similar to msconfig but can keep a list of disabled apps. Not really necessary. Only appears if you load the Gateway Startup Utility
    ?gramdate2Stop.exe??
    UGravis Appawareloaderdbserver.exeLooks like it's associated with Gravis game controllers and the Keyset Manager, allowing the user to program the buttons for games that don't support them
    UGravis Xperience Driver SupportGrxp4exe.exeDriver for Gravis game controllers such as the Eliminator Aftershock. Must be loaded if you run the supplied application software for the controller to be recognized. Start it manually via a shortcut if not used
    ?GrdSys32GrdSys32.exeX-Stream ISP software. Offers free Net access funded by on-screen ads. Is it required or can you create your own dial-up networking connection to use on demand?
    NGreetings WorkshopGWREMIND.EXEYou really want to be reminded about somebody's birthday at the expense of resources?
    Xgremierwscript.exe gpremier.vbsAdded by the GPREMIER WORM!
    XGremlinintrenat.exeAdded by the DOOMJUICE WORM!
    NGroksterGrokster.exeGrokster Peer-To-Peer File Sharing program
    NGrpConvgrpconv.exeTo facilitate the upgrade from Windows 3.1 to Win95/98, an executable file named GRPCONV.EXE is included with Win95/98. This file provides the translation of groups and group items to folders and links unless you need to access Win 3.1 Group files 
    ?GscbcGscbc.exe??
    Xgshpzzgshp.vbsHomepage hi-jacker
    NGsiconexeGsicon.exeADSL modem monitor from Eicon Networks (as used by BT for its Broadband internet service for example). Can safely be disabled without affecting the connection - all this does is give an indication of connectivity and access to the diagnostic facilities
    NGSOrganizerGSOrganizer.exeGoldenSection Organizer - personal information manager
    Xgssomaticgssomatic.exeSearchcentrix hijacker
    XGStartupGMT.exeGator spyware variant. See Gator
    NGtwatchgtwatch.exeAssociated with a Mustec scanner and not required
    NGuardianCMGrdian.exeMcAfee's QuickClean, an offline version of the one in their online Clinic. Normally run offline and not needed. Incidentally, incorporates more cleanup programs than the likes of WinOptimizer and System Mechanic
    XGustavVED[filename].exeAdded by the OPASERV.H WORM!
    Xgvagfxjrundll32 ...gvagfxj.dllUnidentified adware, spyware or virus
    Ygw port controllerPORTCT95.EXEFrom a visitor - "I must keep it active in start up or my Lexmark printer and RCA Cam program cannot discover a working port to work". From the file properties, the file is known as "Smart Thru Fax Drive Spy" and is supplied by Samsung
    NGWInkMonitorGWInkMonitor.exeGateway ink monitor - makes an annoying popup that says your printer may be running out of ink, do you want to buy some!
    NGWMDMMSGGWMDMMSG.exeUsed with internal modems on Gateway and vprMatrix PCs. This is the "GTW modem messaging applet" and is not required for the modem to work correctly
    UGWMDMpiGWMDMpi.exeUsed with internal modems on Gateway PCs such as the 450SX Notebook. Required for audio settings to be maintained and does not remain in memory once run. See here for more information
    Ugwumgwum.exeGigabyte utility manager. Loads if you have a Gigabyte motherboard and got a full bundle of utilities installed. Monitors CPU, fans, BIOS etc. Only used by system "tweakers"
    ?gyygyy.exePossibly Gator (and therefore spyware) related?


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