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What is Dw20.exe & How to Disable It?
You can disable it using Registry Editor
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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If you have encountered the dw20.exe process in theTask Managerand want to know about it, this guide can help!
In this guide, we will explore dw20.exe in more detail, understand its purpose, and discuss the steps you can take to disable Dw20.exe if necessary.
What is dw20.exe?
Dw20.exe is an executable file that runs in the background and is associated with the Windows Error Reporting (WER) feature in Microsoft Windows operating systems.
It is usually located in the following folder:C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v2.0.50727
Whenever an application crashes or experiences an error, it becomes active and collects data about the issue, including information about the software, system configuration, and the error itself. This data is then sent to Microsoft for analysis.
While dw20.exe serves a vital purpose in helping Microsoft address software issues, the file may be an easy target to disguise viruses or malware.
So, if you didn’t install Microsoft Office or some of the software from the suite, you shouldn’t see the dw20 process running on your PC. If you don’t have Office installed, that’s a pretty clear sign that the dw20.exe running is actually a harmful piece of software.
Also, if you find the process somewhere other than the location mentioned above, you can run a deep scan using anantivirus toolto remove it and proceed with the solutions below.
What can I do to disable dw20.exe?
1. Use the Task Manager
2. Use the Services app
3. Use the Group Policy Editor
4. Modify the registry entry
So, these are the methods to disable the dw20.exe if needed. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to mention them in the comments section below.
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Srishti Sisodia
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Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That’s why she’s part of Windows Report’s Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She’s also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
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Srishti Sisodia
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She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
