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14.0.7113.5005 2.52%
14.0.7113.5005 0.63%
14.0.7011.1000 3.46%
14.0.7011.1000 0.94%
14.0.6129.5000 0.31%
14.0.6126.5003 6.29%
14.0.6126.5003 33.02%
14.0.6106.5000 9.12%
14.0.6106.5000 0.94%
14.0.6015.1000 3.46%
14.0.4761.1000 0.63%
14.0.4761.1000 8.81%
14.0.4761.1000 0.31%
14.0.4734.1000 0.63%
14.0.4734.1000 12.89%
12.0.6600.1000 9.12%
12.0.4518.1014 6.92%

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kernel32.dll
GetModuleFileNameW, GetCurrentThreadId, CreateProcessW, GetVersionExA, IsDebuggerPresent, SetUnhandledExceptionFilter, UnhandledExceptionFilter, TerminateProcess, GetStartupInfoW, InterlockedCompareExchange, InterlockedExchange, RaiseException, DeleteCriticalSection, WaitForSingleObject, CloseHandle, GetCurrentProcess, lstrlenW, SetEvent, GetCommandLineW, AddAtomW, Sleep, lstrcpynW, GetModuleHandleW, InterlockedDecrement, InterlockedIncrement, InitializeCriticalSection, VirtualProtect, GetProcAddress, GetProcessHeap, GetSystemTimeAsFileTime, GetCurrentProcessId, GetTickCount, QueryPerformanceCounter
msvcr80.dll
DllMain
ole32.dll
OleInitialize, CoCreateInstance, OleUninitialize
user32.dll
MessageBoxW, PostThreadMessageW, CharPrevW, CharNextW, RegisterWindowMessageW, UnregisterClassA

Groove.exe

Microsoft Office Groove by Microsoft Corporation (Signed)

Remove Groove.exe
Version:   14.0.6126.5003
MD5:   358dbceaed372dd6c4c61ae8e5cad195
SHA1:   73d1fbaaa94dc24edb6f0f0252908e998ba93d09

What is Groove.exe?

Microsoft Office Groove, is a desktop application designed for document collaboration in teams with members who are regularly off-line or who do not share the same network security clearance.

About Groove.exe (from Microsoft Corporation)

Spend less time coordinating with each other and more time working on the project at hand. Groove Virtual Office is software that allows your team to work together as if you were all in the same phys

DetailsDetails

File name:groove.exe
Publisher:Microsoft Corporation
Product name:Microsoft Office Groove
Typical file path:C:\Program Files\microsoft office\office12\groove.exe
File version:14.0.6126.5003
Size:48.54 MB (50,899,608 bytes)
Certificate
Issued to:Microsoft Corporation
Authority (CA):Microsoft Corporation
Effective date:Tuesday, April 4, 2006
Expiration date:Thursday, October 4, 2007
Digital DNA
PE subsystem:Windows GUI
Entropy:4.879851
File packed:No
Code language:Microsoft Visual C++ 8.0
.NET CLR:No
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ResourcesPrograms

The following programs will install this file
Microsoft Corporation
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Microsoft Office Groove is a desktop application designed for document collaboration in teams with members who are regularly off-line or who do not share the same network security clearance. It is also used as a staging system for documents in development, where content can be developed then transferred to a portal when complete. Groove's core concept is the shared workspace, which consists of a set of files to be shared, plus some aids...
Microsoft Corporation
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The main features of Office 2010 include the backstage file menu, new collaboration tools, a customizable ribbon, protected view and a navigation panel. Microsoft Office is an office suite of desktop applications, servers and services for the Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X operating systems.
Microsoft Corporation
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Microsoft Office Groove (French language version) is a desktop application designed for document collaboration in teams with members who are regularly off-line or who do not share the same network security clearance. It is also used as a staging system for documents in development, where content can be developed then transferred to a portal when complete. Groove's core concept is the shared workspace, which consists of a set of files to...
Microsoft Corporation
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Microsoft® Project Professional 2010 gives you a powerful, visually enhanced way to effectively manage a wide range of projects and programs. From meeting crucial deadlines, to selecting the right resources and empowering your teams, this Online Project Management Software delivers new and intuitive experiences in collaborative project management within individuals, teams and the enterprise.
Microsoft Corporation
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Visio Professional 2010 takes diagramming to a bold new level with dynamic, data-driven visualization tools and templates, and advanced sharing through the Web. Bring the big-picture and real-time data from multiple sources, including Excel, Microsoft SQL Server, and SharePoint lists, together in one powerful diagram. Then see real-time changes to data right within your diagram, displayed through vibrant graphics such as icons, colors a...
Microsoft Corporation
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Microsoft Visio Premium 2010 takes diagramming to a bold new level with dynamic, data-driven visualization tools and templates, powerful process-management features, and advanced sharing capabilities through the Web. Bring the big-picture and real-time data from multiple sources, including Microsoft Excel 2010 and Microsoft SQL Server, together in one powerful diagram with vibrant graphics such as icons, colors, and data bars. Manage yo...
Microsoft Corporation
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Microsoft Corporation
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The main features of Office 2010 include the backstage file menu, new collaboration tools, a customizable ribbon, protected view and a navigation panel. Microsoft Office is an office suite of desktop applications, servers and services for the Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X operating systems.

BehaviorsBehaviors

Windows firewall allowed programs
Exceptions allow programs to access to the Internet through an outbound connections
  • Firewall exception for 'C:\Programas\Microsoft Office\Office12\GROOVE.EXE'
  • Firewall exception for 'C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office12\GROOVE.EXE'
  • Firewall exception for 'C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office12\GROOVE.EXE'
  • Firewall exception for 'C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office12\GROOVE.EXE'
  • Firewall exception for 'C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office12\GROOVE.EXE'
  • Firewall exception for 'C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office12\GROOVE.EXE'
User start menu folder
Shortcut pointer placed in '%appdata%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu'
  • Shortcut to 'groove.exe'
Services
Runs under 'SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services' by the Service Controller (services.exe)
  • 'Microsoft SharePoint Workspace Audit Service'

Windows OS versionsDistribution by Windows OS

OS versiondistribution
Microsoft Windows XP 57.50%
Windows 7 Home Premium 12.50%
Windows 7 Ultimate 10.00%
Windows Vista Home Premium 6.25%
Windows 8.1 Pro 3.75%
Windows 8.1 2.50%
Windows 7 Professional 2.50%
Windows 8 1.25%
Windows 8 Enterprise 1.25%
Windows 8.1 Single Language 1.25%
Windows XP Professional 1.25%

Distribution by countryDistribution by country

United States installs about 19.23% of Microsoft Office Groove.

OEM distributionDistribution by PC manufacturer

PC Manufacturerdistribution
ASUS 17.39%
Dell 17.39%
Hewlett-Packard 13.04%
Acer 11.59%
Intel 11.59%
Toshiba 8.70%
American Megatrends 7.25%
GIGABYTE 5.80%
Lenovo 2.90%
Compaq 2.90%
Sahara 1.45%
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