What is takeown.exe?

takeown.exe is a DLL file which is a responsible component for taking ownership of files in Windows system. It belongs to Windows Operating System developed by Microsoft Corporation. It is typically located in C:\Windows\System32. Malware programmers create files with virus scripts and name them after takeown.exe with an intention to spread virus on the internet.

Affected Platform: Windows OS

How to check if your computer is infected with takeown.exe malware?

Keep an eye for the following symptoms to see if your PC is infected with takeown.exe malware:

• Internet connection fluctuates
• takeown.exe takes too much CPU space
• PC slows down significantly
• Browser automatically redirects to some irrelevant websites
• Unsolicited ads and popups starts appearing
• Screen freezes constantly

Take the following steps to diagnose your PC for possible takeown.exe malware attack:

Step 1: Download the award-winning Free Internet Security.

Step 2: Installation configuration frames will be displayed. Select the configuration you would like to apply.

Step 3: After network detection is complete, press “Close” button for a scan window.

Step 4: Restart your PC.

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Step 6: Proceed with a quick scan that automatically begins after the update.

Step 7: If threats are found during the scanning, you will be prompted with an alert screen.

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