Alg.exe - what is it?
In this practical tip, we explain what the alg.exe process is about.
alg.exe: Application Layer Gateway Service from Windows
- Alg.exe is the Application Layer Gateway Service that belongs to the Windows operating system.
- You need the process if you are using a third-party firewall. This process is also used for "sharing the Internet connection".
- If you end the process in Task Manager, you will lose all Internet connections until the next system start or the next login.
- If the process is not in your System32 folder, it could be a virus or trojan.
- In this case, check your PC with an anti-virus program and a malware fighter. The free programs Antivir, Avast and / or Malwarebytes are suitable for this