Should I remove NOVAS-COM?
What percent of users and experts removed it?
4% remove it96% keep it
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How common is it?
Reach 0.0005%
Versions
Version | Distribution |
V2.1.1 |
100.00% |
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Other programs by ASCOM Initiative
NOVAS-COM V2.1.1
from ASCOM Initiative
Overview
NOVAS-COM V2.1.1 is a program developed by ASCOM Initiative. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. A scheduled task is added to Windows Task Scheduler in order to launch the program at various scheduled times (the schedule varies depending on the version). The software is designed to connect to the Internet and adds a Windows Firewall exception in order to do so without being interfered with. The software installer includes 6 files. In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 7 (SP1) as well as Windows 10. While about 87% of users of NOVAS-COM come from the United States, it is also popular in Italy and DK.
Program details
URL: ASCOM-Standards.org
Help link: groups.yahoo.com/groups/ASCOM-Talk
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\common files\ascom\novas
Uninstaller: C:\Program Files\Common Files\ASCOM\NOVAS\UNWISE.EXE C:\Program Files2\COMMON~1\ASCOM\NOVAS\INSTALL.LOG
(Wise Installer is used for installing and uninstalling this software.)
Files installed by NOVAS-COM V2.1.1
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NOVAS2.dll - USNO Vector Astrometry (NOVAS-COM Vector Astrometry Engine)
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check-earth.js
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check-planet.js
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check-star.vbs
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KepNovSample.vbs
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UNWISE.EXE
Behaviors exhibited
Scheduled Task
- UNWISE.EXE is scheduled as a task with the class '{F71A9918-1861-4EFE-AE94-530BDDE46DD4}' (runs on registration).
Service
- UNWISE.EXE runs as a service named 'Browser System Enahncer' (671c50b0).
Windows Firewall Allowed Program
- UNWISE.EXE is added as a firewall exception for 'C:\Program Files1\Yahoo!\MESSEN~1\UNWISE.EXE'.
How do I remove NOVAS-COM?
You can uninstall NOVAS-COM from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program NOVAS-COM V2.1.1, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove NOVAS-COM.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 56%
Win 10 44%
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HOW IT RUNS
Windows Service? Yes
(Installs a service)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 4%
Keep it 96%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
Windows 7 |
55.56% |
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Windows 10 |
44.44% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
Windows 10 Pro |
22.22% |
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Windows 7 Home Premium |
22.22% |
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Windows 7 Ultimate |
22.22% |
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Windows 10 Home |
11.11% |
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Windows 7 Professional |
11.11% |
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Windows 8.1 Pro with Medi... |
11.11% |
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Geography
86.96% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
United States |
86.96% |
Italy |
8.70% |
DK |
4.35% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
Acer |
42.86% |
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Lenovo |
28.57% |
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Intel |
14.29% |
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Hewlett-Packard |
14.29% |
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Common models |
LENOVO 5498PD5 |
16.67% |
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LENOVO 20HH000CUS |
16.67% |
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HP 620 |
16.67% |
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ASUS All Series |
16.67% |
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Acer Aspire T3-605 |
16.67% |
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Acer Aspire M3300 |
16.67% |
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