updater.exe

Skype by Microsoft Corporation (Signed)

Remove updater.exe
Version:   6.8.1.61523
MD5:   50d9949020e02b847cd48f1243fcb895
SHA1:   fc83cfb41c2bc04bf564cb66c386a3f5e78672c4

Overview

updater.exe runs as a service under the name SkypeUpdate within the local user context. It is installed with a couple of know programs including Skype(TM) 6.11 published by Skype Technologies S.A., Skype™ 6.11 from Skype Technologies S.A. and Skype™ 6.11 by Skype Technologies S.A.. The file is digitally signed by Microsoft Corporation.

DetailsDetails

File name:updater.exe
Publisher:Skype Technologies
Product name:Skype
Description:Skype Updater Service
Typical file path:C:\Program Files\skype\updater\updater.exe
File version:6.8.1.61523
Product version:6.8
Size:168.16 KB (172,192 bytes)
Build date:10/23/2013 4:12 AM
Certificate
Issued to:Microsoft Corporation
Authority (CA):Microsoft Corporation
Effective date:Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Expiration date:Friday, June 13, 2014
Digital DNA
File packed:No
.NET CLR:No
More details

ResourcesPrograms

The following programs will install this file
Skype Technologies S.A.
10% remove
Skype is a proprietary Voice over IP service and software application. The service allows users to communicate with peers by voice using a microphone, video by using a webcam, and instant messaging over the Internet. Phone calls may be placed to recipients on the traditional telephone networks. Calls to other users within the Skype service are free of charge, while calls to landline telephones and mobile phones are charged via a debit-b...

BehaviorsBehaviors

Service
Runs under 'SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services' by the Service Controller (services.exe)
  • SkypeUpdate

Windows OS versionsDistribution by Windows OS

OS versiondistribution
Windows 7 Home Premium 44.96%
Windows 7 Ultimate 13.95%
Windows 8.1 6.98%
Windows 7 Professional 6.20%
Windows 8 Single Language 4.65%
Windows 8 Pro 3.88%
Windows 8.1 Pro 3.10%
Microsoft Windows XP 3.10%
Windows 7 Home Basic 2.33%
Windows 8 Enterprise N 1.55%
Windows 8 1.55%
Windows 8.1 Single Language 1.55%
Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center 1.55%
Windows Vista Home Premium 1.55%
Windows 8 Enterprise 0.78%
Windows 8.1 Enterprise 0.78%
Windows 7 Enterprise 0.78%
Windows 8 Pro with Media Center 0.78%

Distribution by countryDistribution by country

United States installs about 30.47% of Skype.

OEM distributionDistribution by PC manufacturer

PC Manufacturerdistribution
Dell 18.39%
ASUS 17.24%
Lenovo 12.64%
Hewlett-Packard 12.07%
Acer 11.49%
Toshiba 10.34%
Sony 8.05%
Intel 3.45%
GIGABYTE 2.30%
Alienware 1.15%
American Megatrends 1.15%
Compaq 1.15%
Samsung 0.57%
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