winpopup.exe
What is winpopup.exe?
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Windows Process Description:
The process winpopup.exe is the main component of the Intranet chat software which comes with the windows operating system. This software is developed by Microsoft Corporation and it is used for chatting on small networks. This Intranet chat software aims to present its users with a handy LAN messaging utility with a number of controls and text boxes to enter and view messages. This program is suitable for small businesses and companies wherein employees from several departments need to chat frequently.
The oldest known version of the winpopup.exe file can be found in Windows 95. The winpopup.exe file will not set itself up to run and it depends entirely on the user if he specifically chooses to add it to startup. Once the winpopup.exe file has been set up, it will be located in a subfolder which the user will specify.
With regard to memory usage, the winpopup.exe process requires around 600 kb worth of RAM resources. Since the winpopup.exe process is a main component of Intranet chat software, the computer wherein it is installed should be connected to a local network in order for the said process to carry out its tasks. The winpopup.exe file is not a Windows system process and it is not required by the computer in order for it to operate. However, it should not be deleted or modified to ensure that the Windows Intranet chat software would remain fully functional.
In order for the user to make full use of the winpopup.exe process, he should ensure that the said component is installed on every computer in his network that needs Intranet chat features. He should also make sure that the firewall in each computer, as well as other security management software, is configured to allow the winpopup.exe process to run and perform its procedures. Finally, to free up some memory, the user may unload the winpopup.exe process if he is certain that he will not use the chat software within a specific session.
Author: Microsoft Corporation.
Author URL: http://www.microsoft.com/
Part Of: Microsoft Windows
Memory Usage: Low, the winpopup.exe file uses around 600 kb worth of RAM resources.
System Process: No
Application: Yes
Background Process: No
Uses Network: Yes
Uses Internet: No
Hardware Related: No
Common Path: N\A, since the file winpopup.exe will be placed in a subfolder which the user will specify during setup.
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