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Global Rank #43,754
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Windows 7 Codec Pack 2.9.0
from windows7codecs.com
What is Windows 7 Codec Pack?
From Cole Williams, this software contains multiple media codecs. Note, the Windows 7 Codec Pack installed various adware including the SearchMe toolbar by Spigot during installation.
About (from windows7codecs.com)
Windows 7 Codec Pack is an easy way to install all main stream codecs to play movie and music files downloaded from the internet or ripped from original discs. Installation is made simple with an easy install option and the most functional setting are automatically applied. Popular file types are set to play in Windows... Read more
Overview
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 setup package generally installs about 19 files and is usually about 3.91 MB (4,096,125 bytes).
Windows 7 Codec Pack has been seen bundling various 3rd party software during the installation process. Make sure to check for and remove unused programs.
Program details
Displayed publisher: Windows 7 Codec Pack
URL: www.windows7codecs.com
Installation folder: C:\Windows\System32\c2mp
Uninstaller: C:\Windows\system32\C2MP\Uninst.exe
Estimated size: 3.91 MB
Files installed by Windows 7 Codec Pack 2.9.0
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Set_Defaults.exe
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CleanUp.exe
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CleanUp_x64.exe
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Uninst.exe
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AviC.exe
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CodecSettings.exe
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D3DCompiler_43.dll (by Microsoft) - Microsoft® DirectX for Windows® (Direct3D HLSL Compiler)
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d3dx9_43.dll (by Microsoft) - Direct3D 9 Extensions
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DivXConfig.exe (by DivXNetworks) - Config App. (config)
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GSpot.exe (by GSpot Appliance Corp, a unit of GSp0t Heavy Industries) - GSpot Codec Information Appliance (GSpot Codec Information Appliance (tm))
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MiniCalc.exe
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mpc-hc.exe (by MPC-HC Team) - MPC-HC
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mpciconlib.dll (by MPC-HC Team) - MPC-HC Icon Library
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msdmo.dll - DirectShow (DMO Runtime)
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OGMCalc.exe - OGMCalc Application (OGMCalc (c)2003 by Koepi)
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SetACL.exe (by Helge Klein) - SetACL (SetACL 2)
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StatsReader.exe - StatsReader
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Un_Parts.exe
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UpdateChecker.exe
Behaviors exhibited
Autoplay Handler
- mpc-hc.exe is registered as an AutoPlay event handler named 'MPC_DVD' with the ProgID of 'APR_MediaHandlers' and the action verb 'MPC_DVD.
7 Scheduled Tasks
- OGMCalc.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{DF7FB433-D525-48FA-BCDB-73B2AF18298B}' (runs on registration).
- MiniCalc.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{F3D09E20-79F7-44C6-B125-C854C0830951}' (runs on registration).
- mpc-hc.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{316CE77D-C177-4130-B973-EC96E31342F8}' (runs on registration).
- AviC.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{E172B339-6E92-4CA6-9785-247D31A03CD7}' (runs on registration).
- GSpot.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{F3A02C5F-DCB5-4FB3-9F2B-C4F5D166014F}' (runs on registration).
- StatsReader.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{CC6835CD-86F2-4766-919D-5D494E60D9A2}' (runs on registration).
Plus 1 more
Windows Firewall Allowed Program
- Uninst.exe is added as a firewall exception for 'C:\WINDOWS\system32\C2MP\Uninst.exe'.
How do I remove Windows 7 Codec Pack?
You can uninstall Windows 7 Codec Pack 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 Windows 7 Codec Pack 2.9.0, 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 Windows 7 Codec Pack.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 90%
Win 7 10%
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 59%
Keep it 41%
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GLOBAL RANK
 #43,754
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 7 |
100.00% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 7 Home Premium |
52.50% |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate |
30.00% |
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| Windows 7 Professional |
10.00% |
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| Windows 7 RTM Black Edtio... |
2.50% |
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| Windows 7 Home Basic |
2.50% |
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| Windows 7 Enterprise |
2.50% |
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Geography
37.04% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
37.04% |
| Iran |
11.11% |
| Poland |
11.11% |
| Germany |
7.41% |
| Russia |
3.70% |
| Israel |
3.70% |
| Netherlands |
3.70% |
| Croatia |
3.70% |
| South Africa |
1.85% |
| TN |
1.85% |
| UA |
1.85% |
| RS |
1.85% |
| Australia |
1.85% |
| Sweden |
1.85% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Acer |
21.62% |
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| ASUS |
18.92% |
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| Hewlett-Packard |
13.51% |
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| Toshiba |
13.51% |
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| Dell |
10.81% |
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| Lenovo |
10.81% |
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| GIGABYTE |
5.41% |
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| Sony |
2.70% |
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| Samsung |
2.70% |
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Common models |
| TOSHIBA Satellite Pro A30... |
3.13% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite P200D |
3.13% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite L650 |
3.13% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite L500 |
3.13% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite C650D |
3.13% |
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| Sony VPCCW2FGX |
3.13% |
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