Windows 10: I have an exe file that is running the background won't stop

Discus and support I have an exe file that is running the background won't stop in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; How do i terminate the exe file in the background, its not appearing on task manager, i am using Process Explorer to find the exe that is running, it i... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Damian McNelly, Jun 4, 2023.

  1. DAMIAN MCNELLY
    Damian McNelly Win User

    I have an exe file that is running the background won't stop


    How do i terminate the exe file in the background, its not appearing on task manager, i am using Process Explorer to find the exe that is running, it i could just terminate the exe there I would but it not giving me the access to do that, I am running Process explorer in administrator mode I'm unsure how to gain access to terminate it.

    :)
     
    Damian McNelly, Jun 4, 2023
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  2. ERIC BER
    Eric Ber Win User

    Can't run .exe file

    Hi Phil,

    There are several reasons why you are having issues running .exe files on your Windows 10 laptop. To assist you better, kindly answer the questions below:

    • Have you made any changes to your laptop prior to this issue?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
    • What is the error message that you received when running .exe files?

    Regards.
     
    Eric Ber, Jun 4, 2023
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  3. TOPS
    tops Win User
    Skype won´t wok in 17063

    Skype Won´t work... games won´t work...

    Making backup and re-format...

    Maybe I Install a Windows 7 again, At least, all of my games run smoothly ...Sadness!!

    *Banghead
     
    tops, Jun 4, 2023
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  4. SACHIN VENKATESH
    Sachin Venkatesh Win User

    I have an exe file that is running the background won't stop

    Can't run exe file

    Hello Mike,

    I realize the inconvenience you are facing in running the .exe file. We will help you.

    To assist you better, I suggest you to answer the below questions.

    • What application are you trying to install?
    • Are you getting any error message when you try to install the application?
    • From where did you download the application?
    Please post to us with ,ore information to help you better.
     
    Sachin Venkatesh, Jun 4, 2023
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