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4.4.26.100 0.64%
4.4.23.100 1.91%
4.4.15.100 1.91%
4.4.12.100 6.37%
4.4.9.203 1.91%
4.4.9.100 0.64%
4.4.8.100 1.91%
4.4.7.100 1.27%
4.4.6.100 0.64%
4.2.4.100 0.64%
4.0.5.100 6.37%
3, 3, 4, 0 0.64%
3, 3, 3, 0 11.46%
3, 3, 1, 1 4.46%
3, 2, 3, 0 1.91%
3, 1, 1, 1 3.82%
3, 1, 1, 0 1.91%
3, 0, 1, 0 5.73%
2, 10, 1, 1 10.83%
2, 10, 1, 1 21.66%
2, 9, 1, 1 2.55%
2, 9, 1, 0 7.01%
2, 8, 3, 0 3.82%

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CoverEdExtension.dll

Cover Designer by Nero AG (Signed)

Remove CoverEdExtension.dll
Version:   2, 10, 1, 1
MD5:   cc057f3eb4f9cff12b2e61a48c518d00
SHA1:   556e95af33d46c6af8eef2529f7cc84210fe2e50
SHA256:   2db02e8833de09baceb3e17b2bb08695656429184d747ffcd0fce2bcde6be112

Overview

coveredextension.dll is loaded as dynamic link library that runs in the context of a process. It is installed with a couple of know programs including Nero 7 Essentials published by Nero AG, Nero 7 Essentials from Nero AG and Nero 7 Essentials by Nero AG. The file is digitally signed by Nero AG which was issued by the VeriSign certificate authority (CA).

DetailsDetails

File name:coveredextension.dll
Publisher:Nero AG
Product name:Cover Designer
Typical file path:C:\Program Files\nero\nero 7\nero coverdesigner\coveredextension.dll
File version:2, 10, 1, 1
Size:1.88 MB (1,967,400 bytes)
Certificate
Issued to:Nero AG
Authority (CA):VeriSign
Effective date:Wednesday, April 19, 2006
Expiration date:Monday, June 22, 2009
Digital DNA
PE subsystem:Windows GUI
File packed:No
Code language:Microsoft Visual C++ 8.0
.NET CLR:No
More details

ResourcesPrograms

The following programs will install this file
Nero AG
6% remove
Nero Essentials is a basic version of the Nero's regular programs, such as its CD burning software, according to Nero. Usually, hardware manufacturers include Nero Essentials so users have the bare minimum necessary to use their hardware. Nero Essentials only comes bundled with a new computer and pre-installed.
Nero AG
4% remove
Nero 7 Ultra Edition now offers both the PC and TV media management experience for a complete digital media solution. With over 18 new and updated applications in one powerful software suite, Nero 7 Ultra Edition is truly the perfect addition to your digital home.

BehaviorsBehaviors

Approved shell extensions
Located in the registry at 'SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Shell Extensions\Approved'
  • 'NeroCoverEd Live Icons' with CLSID {97F68CE3-7146-45FF-BE24-D9A7DD7CB8A2}
Context menu handlers
Located in '*\shellex\ContextMenuHandlers'
  • Name: 'Cover Designer'

Windows OS versionsDistribution by Windows OS

OS versiondistribution
Microsoft Windows XP 32.48%
Windows 7 Ultimate 28.03%
Windows 7 Home Premium 11.46%
Windows Vista Home Premium 8.28%
Windows 7 Professional 5.73%
Windows 7 Home Basic 3.18%
Windows Vista Ultimate 2.55%
Windows 8 Pro 1.91%
Windows 8 Release Preview 1.27%
Windows 8 Pro with Media Center 1.27%
Windows 8.1 Pro 0.64%
Windows 8 Single Language 0.64%
Windows 8.1 0.64%
Windows Seven Black Edition 0.64%
Windows 8 Enterprise 0.64%
Windows Vista Home Basic 0.64%

Distribution by countryDistribution by country

United States installs about 14.01% of Cover Designer.

OEM distributionDistribution by PC manufacturer

PC Manufacturerdistribution
Dell 23.26%
ASUS 15.50%
Hewlett-Packard 11.63%
Toshiba 9.30%
Acer 7.75%
Intel 6.20%
GIGABYTE 5.43%
American Megatrends 5.43%
Sony 4.65%
Medion 3.10%
Compaq 3.10%
Lenovo 3.10%
Packard Bell 1.55%
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