Name of Process or Task:
acpi.sys
Be sure to always double check your spelling if you
are concerned about
spyware, as often
spyware will use a very similar
spelling of
system processes or other common tasks.
File type:
SYS is a filename extension in Microsoft Windows and MS-DOS operating
system.
Purpose of This File:
ACPI.sys is a program system file that most likely was on your computer when you
first purchased it, as system applications or drivers usually arrive pre
installed (although remember it is possible that you made hardware changes on
your computer, and when you add new hardware you typically install new drivers
for that new hardware, so it may also have arrived that way). ACPI.sys most
likely appears as a service on your computer, so you won't find it in your
system startup list or BHO list, etc. The actual disk folder location is also
listed below to help you verify that ACPI.sys is not a virus or
spyware module, as often
spyware and
virus writers place similar or same named files in other folders, hoping
that you think that is the same file. Always verify the folder location to make
sure it is the correct file and disk location. This file is from Microsoft and
it is part of the Microsoft Windows operating system drivers and associated with
the CPU and various internal functions. This ACPI.sys file is considered safe
and is not
spyware,
adware, or
virus related.
What is the acpi.sys location, where is it stored on my computer?
This file will be found at c:\windows\System32\DRIVERS\ACPI.sys
Note on File Locations:
Remember that although many files are always in default file locations, some
files can easily be moved to different locations or change names like many
spyware,
adware, or popup programs do. If
you suspect you have
spyware
or
adware, check to see if you see a
similar names stored elsewhere. It always helps to check your task list also to
see what is currently running on your computer. You can always view the task
list on your computer by pressing ctrl-alt-del to view your "task manager", and
then click the "processes" tab. This will show you all tasks running on your
computer.
Dll files will NOT show on your computer task list, as
dll files are
actually part of other processes. You may see similar program names running if
spyware
or
adware
is on your computer, for example, acpi.sys may be slightly misspelled to
keep you from finding it, or
spyware
and
adware
may be named very similar to a system file. Make sure always check the location
of tasks or processes if you are concerned. acpi.sys can also be used by
other programs or software, as there is no standard on software program names
what companies choose. Verify the spelling of acpi.sys and make sure the
entire name matches, and verify the file location which we always list for you
on this site.
acpi.sys Q&A
Is acpi.sys
spyware?
No.
Is this considered
adware
or popup related?
No.
Is this considered a
worm
or
trojan?
No.
Would you recommend that I remove acpi.sys?
No, we would not recommend remove this file.
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