alxtb1.dll - Is alxtb1.dll spyware, adware, or a virus?

what is alxtb1.dll?
Purpose of alxtb1.dll:



Process or task name:

Be sure to always double check your spelling if you are concerned about spyware, as often spyware will use a very similiar spelling of system processes or other common tasks. alxtb1.dll

File type:
Dll program - Files that have a dll extension are called modules/functions or programs loaded into memory.

Purpose of this file:
This is normally a browser helper DLL object from Alexa, known as the Alexa toolbar. Its fine to leave this on your system, as this toolbar shows in your browser and basically combines Alexa search with other features. You may not want your browsing information going to Alexa (they provide rankings on sites visited but not by user of course), if so then you can remove it. Visit alxtb1.dll for complete information on this task or process. If you would like help on other tasks or processes, you can view the entire process and task directory here.

What is the alxtb1.dll location, where is it stored on my computer?
This is in your Windows or System32 folder normally, but it is a browser helper object.


Note on file and folder 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 similiar names stored elsewhere. It always helps to check your tasklist also to see what is currently running on your computer. You can always view the tasklist 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 tasklist, as dll files are actually part of other processes. You may see similiar program names running if spyware or adware is on your computer, for example, alxtb1.dll may be slightly misspelled to keep you from finding it, or spyware and adware may be named very similiar to a system file. Make sure always check the location of tasks or processes if you are concerned. alxtb1.dll can also be used by other programs or software, as there is no standard on software program names what companies choose.

  • Is alxtb1.dll spyware?
        No.

  • Is this considered adware or popup related?
        No.

  • Is this considered a virus or trojan?
        No.

  • Would you recommend that I remove alxtb1.dll?
        No, I would not remove this file.

    • View All Tasks and Processes
    This is normally a browser helper DLL object from Alexa, known as the Alexa toolbar. Its fine to leave this on your system, as this toolbar shows in your browser and basically combines Alexa search with other features. You may not want your browsing information going to Alexa (they provide rankings on sites visited but not by user of course), if so then you can remove it. This is in your Windows or System32 folder normally, but it is a browser helper object. Please feel free to check www.what-is-exe.com for any future lookups or updates, as this index is continually changing and expanding.