How to remove an dfsvc error

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Dfsvc.exe file information

The process known as dfsvc.exe belongs to software Microsoft .NET Framework (version 4 Client, 4 Client Profile) by Microsoft (www.microsoft.com).

Description: dfsvc.exe is located in a subfolder of C:\Windows. Known file sizes on Windows 7/XP are 5,120 bytes (85% of all occurrences), 4,608 bytes or 11,592 bytes.
The program is not visible. Dfsvc.exe is not a Windows system file. Dfsvc.exe is located in the Windows folder, but it is not a Windows core file. dfsvc.exe seems to be a compressed file. Therefore the technical security rating is 49% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.
If you experience any issues with installation of dfsvc.exe, you may want to look for help ^[1][2] from the software company Microsoft, make sure that you have installed the latest version ^[1][2] or uninstall the program using the Control Panel ⇒ Add/Remove programs ⇒ Microsoft .NET Framework or Microsoft .NET Framework 4 Client.

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External information from Paul Collins:

"Distributed File System" definitely not required. Added by the MYFIP.A or MYFIP.K WORMS!

Important: Some malware camouflages itself as dfsvc.exe, particularly when located in the c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Therefore, you should check the dfsvc.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.

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User Comments

Used by "ClickOnce" .NET applications during the download and install of the application
Doug

Paul is incorrect. This is a .NET Framework file and while MYFIP.A or MYFIP.K infect/replace this file, they are part of the actual .NET framework.
Brad

diese datei gehört zu der software von avm (fritz box fernanschluss) das müsste mal mit avm geklärt werden!!
speedy (further information)

I downloaded 2 items from Del (one concerned Smart card ) & were listed as urgent. Then dfsvc appeared .

Used by "ClickOnce" .NET applications during the download and install of the application. Also used by Google applications during the download and install of the application. This is a legimite .NET file.
TikkiWikki

TS3 Admin Tool
Chris (further information)

It calls up a warning that MS e-speaking is attempting to load a program
Michael

Used by Mioshar

Summary: Average user rating of dfsvc.exe: based on 9 votes with 8 reviews.

1 user think dfsvc.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 4 users think it's probably harmless. 3 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 1 user suspect danger. 2 users doesn't grade dfsvc.exe ("not sure about it").

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