GFI Backup 2011
What is GFI Backup 2011? (from GFI Software)
GFI Backup is a complete backup utility that helps you create copies of important data and sync content between different locations.
Overview
GFI Backup 2011 is a software program developed by GFI Software. Upon being installed, the software adds a Windows Service which is designed to run continuously in the background. Manually stopping the service has been seen to cause the program to stop functing properly. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. The setup package generally installs about 5 files. Relative to the overall usage of users who have this installed on their PCs, most are running Windows 7 (SP1) and Windows 10. While about 50% of users of GFI Backup 2011 come from the United States, it is also popular in Canada and United Kingdom.
Program details
URL: www.gfi.com
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\gfi\gfi backup administration console
Uninstaller: C:\Program Files\GFI\GFI Backup Administration Console\uninstall.exe
Files installed by GFI Backup 2011
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AgentStub.exe - GFI Backup 2010
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uninstall.exe - GFI Backup 2011
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backupmcs.exe - GFI Backup (GFI Backup Management Console Service)
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AgentPack.exe
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modblop.dll
Behaviors exhibited
Service
- backupmcs.exe runs as a service named 'GFI Backup Management Console Service' (gfi_backup_mcs).
How do I remove GFI Backup 2011?
You can uninstall GFI Backup 2011 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 GFI Backup 2011, 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 GFI Backup 2011.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 63%
Win XP 3%
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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 |
68.75% |
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| Windows 10 |
21.88% |
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| Windows Vista |
6.25% |
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| Windows XP |
3.13% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 7 Home Premium |
34.38% |
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| Windows 7 Professional |
25.00% |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate |
9.38% |
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| Windows 10 Home |
6.25% |
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| Windows 8 Pro |
6.25% |
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| Windows 8.1 Pro |
6.25% |
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Geography
50.00% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
50.00% |
| Canada |
7.50% |
| United Kingdom |
7.50% |
| Israel |
7.50% |
| Netherlands |
5.00% |
| CY |
2.50% |
| Germany |
2.50% |
| Finland |
2.50% |
| Hungary |
2.50% |
| Italy |
2.50% |
| Malta |
2.50% |
| Peru |
2.50% |
| Romania |
2.50% |
| Singapore |
2.50% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Dell |
26.92% |
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| Hewlett-Packard |
23.08% |
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| Intel |
11.54% |
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| Acer |
11.54% |
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| American Megatrends |
7.69% |
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| Toshiba |
3.85% |
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| Sony |
3.85% |
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| Medion |
3.85% |
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| Lenovo |
3.85% |
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| ASUS |
3.85% |
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Common models |
| Gateway LX6820 |
8.33% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite C75D-B |
4.17% |
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| FUJITSU AMILO Pi 356... |
4.17% |
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| Dell Studio 540 |
4.17% |
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| Dell Precision WorkStatio... |
4.17% |
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| Dell Latitude E6410 |
4.17% |
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About GFI Software
GFI Software is a developer of computer security software whose products include software for filtering spam and viruses from e-mail as well as for monitoring and scanning networks for security purposes.
Publisher URL: www.gfi.com