When we launch the Task Manager to terminate a task or stop an application, we typically find a large number of processes running. This is perfectly normal.

  • There are times when malicious programs can intrude into our computers and disguise themselves as normal processes.

  • To check whether aggregator host.exe is a legitimate file or not, you can run an SFC scan, then check if it was removed or not.

  • Alternatively, you may take a look at the file’s location to see if it’s in the Windows folder.

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However, it happens from time to time that we see some programs that are making use of system resources about which we have absolutely no knowledge. One of these processes is the aggregator host.exe which has caused some fuzz around users lately.

Some of these processes may be legitimate Windows requirements, but others may be malicious programs that are operating in the background and causing problems without the user’s knowledge or consent.

Follow along as we will show you how to check if the aggregator host.exe is safe or a virus, right after we see five of the ways in which you can launch Task Manager in Windows 11. Keep up with us!

How can I launch Task Manager in Windows 11?

It is no longer possible to access Task Manager from the taskbar by right-clicking on it in Windows 11. Here are five other ways to launch it instead, depending on whether you’re troubleshooting or simply keeping a check on your system’s resource usage.

The tried-and-true Task Manager keyboard shortcut continues to function properly in Windows 11. To bring it up, simply press the keys CTRL + SHIFT + ESC on your keyboard at the same time. The window will open right away.

The Start button on your taskbar can be activated by right-clicking it if you do not want to use the keyboard to launch it. Select Task Manager from the menu that displays (which is sometimes referred to as the power users menu), and it will be launched.

Alternatively, you can launch it from the Command Prompt. When the CMD window appears, type taskmgr (for taskmgr.exe, which is the actual application’s filename) on an empty line and press Enter to launch the program. The manager will be launched immediately.

You can also launch the app from the Windows Run box. Press on Windows + R to bring up the Run window, then type taskmgr into the search box, and then press OK or Enter. The Task Manager application will be launched.

Finally, if none of the previously mentioned alternatives worked for you, you may also access it from the CTRL + ALT + DELETE screen by pressing ESC. The result of pressing the keys together on your keyboard is a blank screen with a few options from which you will have to click on Task Manager.

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How can I know if aggregator host.exe is safe in Windows 11?

1. Run the SFC scan

  • Start by pressing the Windows + S keys together to bring up the Search box. Type cmd into the search bar, and then right-click on the most relevant result to run it as an administrator.
  • Type or paste in the following command and press Enter: sfc /scannow

After the scan is complete, restart your computer to ensure that all of the modifications made by the scan are fully implemented. If the aggregator host.exe process is still operating, it is almost certain that the malware was not the cause of the problem.

2. Run the DISM scan

  • To access the Search bar, press the Windows + S keys. Type cmd and right-click on the most relevant result to run it as an Administrator.
  • Type or paste in the following commands and press Enter after each: DISM /online /Cleanup-Image / ScanHealth DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Relax and wait patiently for the process to be completed in its entirety. The process could take up to ten minutes, so please keep this in mind. Following completion of this step, restart your computer to confirm that the modifications have been applied properly.

3. Run a virus scan

  • Click on the carrot arrow in the right corner of your taskbar to locate the antivirus program you’ve installed, then right-click on it and select the option that opens the app interface.
  • Now click on the button that performs a Smart scan or anything similar to a virus scan.

It is possible that new files will be generated by virus programs, which will interfere with the operation of existing files. By doing a system scan, you will almost certainly discover whether or not this was the root cause of your problem.

We strongly recommend that you use a professional antivirus software that will take care of your computer’s security such as ESET.

4. Check the location of the file

  • Press CTRL + SHIFT + ESC to open the Task Manager window, locate the aggregator host.exe process, and right click on it to choose Open file location.
  • If it takes you to this folder, then it means it is a safe process that has to do with the Windows OS:  C:\Windows\System32

Why do I need an antivirus?

It is inevitable that antivirus software will be required for the foreseeable future as long as computers are used and will continue to be used, whether or not they are connected to the Internet.

A moment will never come when people, whether foolish youngsters seeking a thrill or hardened cybercriminals attempting to abuse billion-dollar corporations, will cease their search for new ways to perpetrate fraud, cause broad damage, or simply enjoy the rush of hacking.

Antivirus software is a critical instrument in the fight against such assaults and can assist to prevent them. Although it cannot prevent every sort of cyberattack, it is a valuable asset when attempting to prevent an intrusion into a computer’s data storage system.

It is true that not every breach into a computer is intended to cause damage or steal valuable information, but that does not rule out the possibility of a dangerous attack.

All incursions into a computer take advantage of what is known as a vulnerability, which is a flaw in the computer’s operating system or other software that can be used as an entry point for an attack to occur.

When even the most harmless of intrusions take use of a vulnerability, it effectively sends a signal to the rest of the network that this computer has been compromised. This leaves the door wide open for far more serious attacks.

When searching to acquire antivirus software, make sure to purchase a subscription-based package that is reputable and well-known in the industry. Due to the fact that real-time updates are available, the developers of this type of software will be able to keep their members’ computers secure.

We recommend that you take a look at our post on five of the best antiviruses for Windows 11 to ensure your computer’s privacy.

Alternatively, we have prepared a list of 10 of the best antiviruses with a low CPU usage if you encounter sluggishness along the way.

And lastly, users have reported that their virus and threat protection is not working in Windows 11, to which we have responded with a guide on how to fix it. Make sure to check the article linked below if you encounter the same problem.

Don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments section below whether this guide was helpful for you. Thanks for reading!

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