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AcroPDF.dll

Adobe PDF Browser Control by Adobe Systems (Signed)

Remove AcroPDF.dll
Version:   9.5.1.283
MD5:   0d093ade8fb9a0b9430a3e6df955b61f
SHA1:   d7b3e6499a1aa532be493beecbe0c77fed84ecf1
SHA256:   df24d549401b73ab9f69007f63d00ae07efd2be8484cedb79358f2afb2724f62

What is AcroPDF.dll?

Adobe PDF Browser Control for Internet Explorer allows Adobe PDF formated files to be loaded and displayed in the web browser.

About AcroPDF.dll (from Adobe Systems)

When you install Acrobat or Adobe Reader on a system with a browser, you automatically configure the browser to open PDF files within the browser window. Acrobat and Adobe Reader install ActiveX plug-

Overview

acropdf.dll is loaded as dynamic link library that runs in the context of Internet Explorer. It is marked as a Safe for Scripting ActiveX control for IE which allows it to execute scripts within the web browser which is allowed becuase the module is digitall signed. It is installed with a couple of know programs including Adobe Reader 9.5.1 published by Adobe Systems Incorporated, Adobe Reader 9.5.1 MUI from Adobe Systems Incorporated and Adobe Reader 9.5.1 MUI by Adobe Systems Incorporated. The file is digitally signed by Adobe Systems which was issued by the VeriSign certificate authority (CA).

DetailsDetails

File name:acropdf.dll
Publisher:Adobe Systems, Inc.
Product name:Adobe PDF Browser Control
Description:PDF Browser Control
Typical file path:C:\Program Files\common files\adobe\acrobat\activex\acropdf.dll
File version:9.5.1.283
Size:649.42 KB (665,008 bytes)
Certificate
Issued to:Adobe Systems
Authority (CA):VeriSign
Expiration date:Monday, November 5, 2012
Digital DNA
PE subsystem:Windows GUI
File packed:No
Code language:Microsoft Visual C++ 9.0
.NET CLR:No
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ResourcesPrograms

The following programs will install this file
Adobe Systems Incorporated
8% remove
Adobe Acrobat and Reader are a set of applications designed to view, create, manipulate, print and manage files in Portable Document Format (PDF). Acrobat and Reader are widely used as a method of presenting information with a fixed layout similar to a paper publication. Adobe also allows Acrobat plug-ins to be developed by third parties, which can add extra functions to the Acrobat program.
Adobe Systems Incorporated
6% remove
Adobe Acrobat and Reader are a set of applications designed to view, create, manipulate, print and manage files in Portable Document Format (PDF). Acrobat and Reader are widely used as a method of presenting information with a fixed layout similar to a paper publication. Adobe also allows Acrobat plug-ins to be developed by third parties, which can add extra functions to the Acrobat program.
COMODO
  52% remove
Garmin
5% remove
MapSource is software that lets you create, view, and edit waypoints, routes, and tracks on your computer and transfer them to your navigation device for your next trip. It was previously included with DVD/CD versions of our map products. MapSource is no longer included with DVD/CD versions of our maps. Instead, use BaseCamp™ to view maps and create routes and waypoints for your next hiking, biking, motorcycling, driving or off-roading ...
Simple Adblock
4% remove
Simple Adblock offers a simple approach to adblocking. There is no need for creating advanced filterlists, just select your country. Simple Adblock is a ligthweigth plugin designed for Internet Explorer and works with IE7, IE8, IE9 and IE10. Adblocking is a technology for blocking ads on webpages, before they are being loaded by the web browser. Advertising can exist in a variety of forms including pictures, animations, text, javascript...
Skype Technologies S.A.
9% remove
Sometimes an emoticon just isn't enough. With face-to-face video calling, now you can watch your friends smile, wink and LOL. Just click the call button at the top of your friend's profile or chat window — no need to launch new software. No answer? Leave a video message. Video calling allows you to talk to your friends face to face. All you need to do is complete a quick, one-time setup, and you’re ready to call any friend on Facebook. ...

BehaviorsBehaviors

Safe for scripting controls
Marked as a safe ActiveX control for Internet Explorer (digitally signed with script execution permission)
  • Implemented as 'CLSID\{24DA047B-40C0-4018-841B-6B7409F730FC}\Implemented Categories\{7DD95801-9882-11CF-9FA9-00AA006C42C4}'
  • Implemented as 'CLSID\{CA8A9780-280D-11CF-A24D-444553540000}\Implemented Categories\{7DD95801-9882-11CF-9FA9-00AA006C42C4}'
Safe for initializing controls
  • {24DA047B-40C0-4018-841B-6B7409F730FC}
  • {CA8A9780-280D-11CF-A24D-444553540000}

Windows OS versionsDistribution by Windows OS

OS versiondistribution
Windows 7 Home Premium 29.00%
Microsoft Windows XP 20.50%
Windows 7 Ultimate 12.00%
Windows 8.1 8.50%
Windows 7 Professional 6.50%
Windows 8.1 Pro 5.00%
Windows Vista Home Premium 5.00%
Windows 8.1 Single Language 3.00%
Windows 8 Single Language 2.00%
Windows 7 Starter 2.00%
Windows Vista Home Basic 2.00%
Windows 8 1.50%
Windows 8 Enterprise N 1.00%
Windows 7 Home Basic 1.00%
Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center 1.00%

Distribution by countryDistribution by country

United States installs about 45.45% of Adobe PDF Browser Control.

OEM distributionDistribution by PC manufacturer

PC Manufacturerdistribution
Dell 30.18%
ASUS 14.04%
Toshiba 14.04%
Acer 9.82%
Hewlett-Packard 7.72%
Lenovo 5.61%
Compaq 5.61%
Samsung 3.16%
Sony 2.81%
Medion 2.81%
Intel 1.40%
American Megatrends 1.40%
GIGABYTE 0.70%
Alienware 0.70%
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