Should I remove Punch! ViaCAD 2D?
What percent of users and experts removed it?
5% remove it95% keep it
What do people think about it?
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How common is it?
United States Rank #42,104
Reach 0.0008%
Versions
Version | Distribution |
6.0.0 build 852 |
13.33% |
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6.0.0 build 830 |
86.67% |
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Other programs by Punch! Software
Punch! ViaCAD 2D v6
What is Punch! ViaCAD 2D? (from Punch! Software)
ViaCADâ„¢ 2D is a simple, powerful and professional 2D drafting and design tool for everyone. Unlike other 2D drawing software, ViaCADâ„¢ is packed with unique tools to help you create precision drawings and sketches easily. With over 275 drawing tools, ViaCAD is the perfect choice for producing anything from simple sketch... Read more
Overview
Punch! ViaCAD 2D v6 is a software program developed by Punch! Software. The most common release is 6.0.0 build 830, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. 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. 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 primary executable is named ViaCAD2D.exe. The setup package generally installs about 44 files and is usually about 77.42 MB (81,185,688 bytes). 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 96% of users of Punch! ViaCAD 2D come from the United States, it is also popular in Canada.
Program details
URL: www.punchcad.com/support
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\Punch! Software\ViaCAD 2D v6
Uninstaller: C:\Program Files1\PUNCH!~1\VIACAD~1\UNWISE.EXE C:\Program Files1\PUNCH!~1\VIACAD~1\INSTALL.LOG
(Wise Installer is used for installing and uninstalling this software.)
Estimated size: 77.42 MB
Files installed by Punch! ViaCAD 2D v6
Program executable: | ViaCAD2D.exe |
Path: | C:\Program Files\Punch! Software\ViaCAD 2D v6\exe\ViaCAD2D.exe |
MD5: | bf01d415bf53fe7b6472c13163fbbe5e |
Additional files:
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rp505enu.exe (by InstallShield Software) - PackageForTheWeb Stub
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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 Punch! ViaCAD 2D?
You can uninstall Punch! ViaCAD 2D 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 Punch! ViaCAD 2D v6, 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 Punch! ViaCAD 2D.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 33%
Win XP 7%
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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 5%
Keep it 95%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
Windows 7 |
33.33% |
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Windows 10 |
33.33% |
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Windows Vista |
26.67% |
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Windows XP |
6.67% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
Windows Vista Home Premiu... |
20.00% |
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Windows 10 Pro |
13.33% |
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Windows 7 Ultimate |
13.33% |
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Windows 7 Home Premium |
13.33% |
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Windows 8.1 |
13.33% |
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Windows 8.1 Pro with Medi... |
6.67% |
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Geography
95.65% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
United States |
95.65% |
Canada |
4.35% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
Hewlett-Packard |
46.67% |
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Dell |
20.00% |
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Acer |
6.67% |
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American Megatrends |
6.67% |
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Toshiba |
6.67% |
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Sony |
6.67% |
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Lenovo |
6.67% |
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Common models |
Hewlett-Packard p6610f |
21.43% |
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TOSHIBA Satellite C855D |
7.14% |
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Sony VGN-NS150D |
7.14% |
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LENOVO 7668CTO |
7.14% |
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HP-Pavilion NP179AA-ABA a... |
7.14% |
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HP-Pavilion NC692AA-ABA m... |
7.14% |
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