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aak.exe
Advanced Anti-Keylogger - "Anti-spy software to prohibit operation of any keyloggers currently in use or presently being developed anywhere"
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aimlite.exe
"AIM Lite is a reference application for testing some new client technology developed here at AOL®, with the goal of being a simple, fun, light IM client"
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Antispy.exe
AntiSpy firewall - "program designed to combat against various types of intrusion and monitoring programs currently in use or presently being developed worldwide"
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AUTOTKIT.EXE
On HP PC's. Unclear what purpose it serves - but there's a known issue with Internet Explorer Toolbar settings not being saved with it enabled
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Cookiejar.exe
Cookie Jar cookie manager from Jason's Toolbox. Allows you to decide which internet sites can add "cookies" related to their sites for the next time you return. No longer being actively supported
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dd.exe
DialerDetect detects stealth installed premium rate diallers, and sounds the alarm when such a connection is being installed without you knowing it
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DNETC.EXE
Dsitributed computing projects client from Distributed.net where numerous computers are used to share a projects workload - similar to SETI@Home and Folding@Home. Also prone to being distributed by viruses
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DSentry.exe
Anti-spyware from Dell. Seems that after Dell found out certain applications being installed from DVD's would report back information about what customers were watching, they decided to implement an anti-spyware service. Run manually before installation starts
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DSentry.exe
Anti-spyware from Dell. Seems that after Dell found out certain applications being installed from DVD's would report back information about what customers were watching, they decided to implement an anti-spyware service. Run manually before installation starts
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DTLoader.exe
Effective Desktop from MiniStars Software - desktop management software no longer being supported
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dvt.exe
DICOM Validation Tool - "DICOM is increasingly being used as the standard communication mechanism when integrating various medical products in a hospital environment"
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eDSloader.exe
Part of Acer Empowering Technology. "Acer eDataSecurity Management is a handy file encryption utility that protects files from being accessed by unauthorized persons, using passwords and advanced encryption algorithms"
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EMMeter.exe
"Express Meter provides detailed information about how your software assets are being used. With Express Meter you can monitor application usage, identify software usage patterns, and control application launches—all of which can help you make better decisions about your IT investments"
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GoogleToolbarNotifier.exe
Companion to the Google Toolbar that lets you keep Google as your default search engine and prevents this setting from being changed without your consent. Shouldn't remain in memory after the feature is disabled as it's a bug - see here
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HalAsst.exe
Zabaware Ultra Hal Assistant - artificial intelligence conversation simulator. It is capable of being your digital secretary and companion
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hc.exe
For Compaq PC's. Help Compiler, crunches help database, will run without being in startup when needed
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hib32.exe
Reduces the power consumption when the laptop isn't being used to preserve battery power. Similar programs on other laptops reduce the processor clock rate, etc. Required if you run of battery regularly
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icwconn1.exe
Appears to be the "Internet Connection Wizard" from Internet Explorer being set-up as a desktop shortcut. Appears under the RunOnce registry key but is available under Start -> Programs -> Accessories -> Communication (or similar) anyway
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idwlog.exe
Added with WinXP SP1. Usually only found in internal builds only to indicate the current build being used. Can cause slow network logon problems
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IntelMEM.exe
Related to connection events on an Intel chipset based modem. It can alert you if the telephone line is being used when you're trying to get online (when you're using dial-up). It can also alert you if your modem line is disconnected. Furthermore, it can alert you if you have made a wrong connection with your modem line
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iphider.exe
ICQ (messaging/chat program) anti-bomb software. "WFIPS is anti-bomb software for safeguarding ICQ Bomb before the bombing. 'ICQ Defoolder' is a tool for removing ICQ bomb after being exposed." For more information about ICQ bombs see here
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kazaa.exe
KAZAA is a file-sharing program which unfortunately being ad-based includes "Cy-door" adware. Check here for information about "Cy-door" and here for a program that can remove it
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lptask.exe
Program Lock It And Protect Pro - lock and protect your folders from being opened, moved or deleted
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ltdaemon.exe
Acts as a data spooler for the DSL modem (similar to a cache). Do not uncheck if the DSL modem is being used
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Ltmoh.exe
Modem On Hold utility - manages incoming/outgoing voice calls on a single phone line while being connected to the internet
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