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10.5.5.LSP Viewer
The LSP Viewer dialog shows a list of Layered Service Providers (LSP).
A Layered Service Provider (LSP) is a system driver linked into the networking
services of the Windows operating system. It has access to all data entering and
leaving the computer, including the ability to modify this data. Some LSPs are
necessary to allow Windows to connect you to other computers, including the
Internet. However, certain malware applications may also install themselves as an LSP,
thus having access to all data your computer transmits. Therefore, this review may
help you to check all possible LSP threats.
Under certain circumstances, it is also possible to repair broken LSPs (for example
when the file has been removed but the registry entries remain untouched). A new
button for fixing the issue is displayed once a repairable LSP is discovered.
To include Windows LSP in the list, uncheck the Hide Windows LSP checkbox. The
Back button switches you back to the default AVG user interface (components
overview).
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