Symantec Encryption Desktop
Overview
Symantec Encryption Desktop is a program developed by Symantec. The most used version is 10.3.2.15238, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. 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 main program executable is pgpdesk.exe. The software installer includes 68 files and is usually about 58.49 MB (61,332,950 bytes). In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 7 (SP1) as well as Windows 10. While about 72% of users of Symantec Encryption Desktop come from the United States, it is also popular in India and Italy.
Program details
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\pgp corporation\pgp desktop
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /X{4EBCD26F-1C31-45EB-B28F-710F12248BA9}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Estimated size: 58.49 MB
Language: English (United States)
Files installed by Symantec Encryption Desktop
Program executable: | pgpdesk.exe |
Name: | Symantec Encryption Desktop |
| Encryption Desktop |
Path: | C:\Program Files\pgp corporation\pgp desktop\pgpdesk.exe |
MD5: | 78227299d63a5a9cdba582d6ad03b58c |
Additional files:
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npgpnote.dll - Symantec Encryption Desktop (PGP Universal Notes client)
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pgp viewer.exe - PGP Viewer
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pgpamenu.dll - PGP Notes Verify Signatures Addin Menu
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pgpatclientdll.dll - PGP Universal Client DLL
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pgpcbt64.exe - PGP CBT Hook 64 Bit Executable
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pgpcdcon.dll - PGP Universal Notes CD to MIME Converson Provider
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pgpcp.dll - PGPcp
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pgpfsd.exe - File Share Encryption Daemon
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pgpiu.dll - Encryption Desktop Installer Helper DLL
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pgplspih.dll - Encryption Satellite Installer Helper DLL
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pgpmnapp.exe - PGP Shell Menu Executable
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pgpmsmdb.dll - PGP MAPI Proxy Provider DLL
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pgpmspst.dll
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pgpnetshare.exe - File Share Encryption Command Line
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pgpnetsharesdk.dll - File Share Encryption DLP Integration
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pgpolplg.dll - PGP Outlook Plugin
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pgpp.exe - PGP Portable Command Line
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pgppdcreate.exe - PGP Portable Creator
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pgppe.exe - PGP PE Tool
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pgppwflt.dll - PGP Password Filter
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pgpsarch.dll - Encryption Desktop Archive Module
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pgpsdisk.dll - Encryption Desktop Disk Module
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pgpsfs.dll - File Share Encryption UI
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pgpskeys.dll - PGP Desktop Keys Module
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pgpspoli.dll - PGP Desktop Policy Module
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pgpstart.exe - PGP PE Start
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pgpsview.dll - Encryption Desktop Viewer Module
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pgptray.exe - PGP Tray
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pgpwd.dll - PGPwd
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pgpwde.exe - PGPwde
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pgpwdesdk.dll - PGPwdesdk
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pgpwipe.dll - PGP Shredder
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rddservice.exe - PGP Universal RDD Client Service
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pgp portable.exe - PGP Portable
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pgpcl.dll - PGP Client Library
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pgprecoverygui.exe - PGPRecoveryGUI
Behaviors exhibited
Service
- rddservice.exe runs as a service named 'PGP RDD Service' (PGP RDD Service).
How do I remove Symantec Encryption Desktop?
You can uninstall Symantec Encryption Desktop 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 Symantec Encryption Desktop, 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 Symantec Encryption Desktop.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 66%
Win XP 0%
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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 11%
Keep it 89%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
Windows 7 |
67.49% |
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Windows 10 |
31.10% |
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Windows XP |
1.06% |
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Windows Vista |
0.35% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
Windows 7 Professional |
36.88% |
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Windows 7 Enterprise |
19.15% |
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Windows 10 Pro |
6.03% |
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Windows 8.1 Pro |
6.03% |
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Windows 7 Home Premium |
5.67% |
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Windows 7 Ultimate |
5.32% |
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Geography
71.60% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
United States |
71.60% |
India |
2.96% |
Italy |
2.47% |
United Kingdom |
2.22% |
Germany |
1.73% |
Canada |
1.48% |
Singapore |
1.48% |
Australia |
1.23% |
Malaysia |
0.99% |
Spain |
0.74% |
Netherlands |
0.74% |
Norway |
0.74% |
Taiwan |
0.74% |
Japan |
0.49% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
Dell |
48.24% |
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Lenovo |
20.60% |
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Hewlett-Packard |
18.09% |
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ASUS |
4.02% |
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Acer |
3.02% |
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GIGABYTE |
2.51% |
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Toshiba |
2.51% |
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Intel |
1.01% |
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Common models |
Dell Latitude E6540 |
7.65% |
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Dell Latitude E6530 |
3.53% |
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Dell Latitude E5550 |
3.53% |
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Dell Latitude E6430 |
3.53% |
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Dell Latitude E6440 |
2.94% |
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LENOVO 2537P91 |
2.35% |
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About Symantec
Symantec developers security software for business and consumers and helps customers protect their computers, information, identities and infrastructure by delivering software and services that address risks to security with various products such as Norton AntiVirus, Internet security, and anti-spyware products e.
Publisher URL: www.symantec.com