msgsrv32.exe

msgsrv32.exe

The file msgsrv32.exe is a process which is initiated by Microsoft Windows 9x and ME only. The function is to act as a 32 bit message server and will never appear in the Windows task list.
The process msgsrv32.exe performs several functions. It loads at start up installable Windows drivers and unload them at shut down. It serves the operating system by mediating plug and play messages among the OS’ various parts. Automatic responses to Setup programs are coordinated by the file msgsrv32.exe including checking whether a Setup program has improperly overwritten Windows files, and optionally restoring the Windows versions of those files. It runs and re-runs the shell program (usually Explorer.exe) if it fails to respond. If networking is enabled, it displays the initial logon dialog box. Another function of this program welcomes and says goodbye to the user because it plays the system’s startup and shutdown sounds. This program applies to Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98 Standard Edition, and Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition.
If you are using the msgsrv32.exe program you will notice that it has a higher security, there is an online updates troubleshooting and repair, easy server management, and excellent networking control. It is very similar to a simplified XP Pro. It shuts the offending program down when it sees a software issue, rather than crash. The installation and startup are quick and easy.

This process is very useful and to avoid any problem with its function the user must not rush the system when starting up and make the mistake of loading programs before Windows has completed loading all the Startup and System Tray programs it’s been instructed to load.

For Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition the system requirements are: (1) Minimum processor type is Intel Pentium – 150 Megahertz; (2) Minimum RAM size is 32 megabytes; (3) Minimum Hard Drive space is 295 megabytes; (4) Peripheral/Interface Devices are CD-ROM, Fax modem, sound card, mouse or compatible device.

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