msmsgs.exe - what is it?

In this practical tip, we explain what the msmsgs.exe process is about.

msmsgs.exe is part of Windows Messenger

• The process enables online chat with the Windows Messenger program.
• The process is located in the "Programs" folder and there under "Messenger".
• If the process is in a different folder, you should scan your PC with an anti-virus program and use a malware fighter.
• You could be a virus or spyware. We recommend Avira Antivir and Malwarebytes, for example.