Back in the day I used to use Google Toolbar on Firefox and Internet Explorer because it incorporated a number of features that I wanted quick access to, keeping me connected to my Google account. However, things have since changed. Google Chrome has now entered the arena, and my usage of Internet Explorer has taken a backseat.

MDNSResponder.exe known as Bonjour is a configuration networking process developed by Apple for their devices; originally existing exclusively on the MacOS that was eventually ported over to Windows under the mdnsnsp.dll. On iOS and Mac devices, this particular program is responsible for all things networking. On Windows based computers, this process is only used for the sharing libraries through iTunes, and other Mac programs (such as Apple TV) that have been ported to the Windows operating system.

The RegSvr32.exe process is used primarily by the object linking and embedding (OLE) controls. To be more specific, it’s used for the unregistering and registering of DLL (Dynamic Link Library) and ActiveX control modules. While the RegSvr32.exe process functions almost as an assistant tool, it’s various objects that it’s capable of managing range quite widely.

PnkBstrB.exe is a process that belongs to the PunkBuster.exe program, this program was created by Even Balance Inc. as a solution to the incessant cheating in online gaming, most notably on titles such as the Call of Duty Series and Battlefield Series. PunkBuster.exe works by monitoring the network(s) for game hacks, and kicking or banning user’s it finds utilising these cheat programs.

FNPLicensingService.exe (abbreviated to FLEXIm) is a licence manager service which is used primarily by corporations. Its purpose is to provide floating licenses for users of applications developed by these corporations. As is the case with any and all processes, end users may encounter CPU utilisation issues, random error messages, which may be the direct result of a number of causes.

Mdm.exe is a process that belongs to the Windows Machine Debug Manager. This particular process has two functions, the first is to provide Windows users with the ability to debug scripts within Internet Explorer, and the second is to debug code in Microsoft Visual Studio.

The evteng.exe is a process that belongs to Intel PROSet/Wireless Event Log that was developed by Intel. The purpose of this process is to edit, manage and create network profiles which are used for establishing connections to a network. This component also has a host of advanced options such as power management and channel selections, which can be used for creating ad-hoc networks.

Alcmtr.exe is a Windows process that works in tandem with Realtek Semiconductor Corp audio hardware. Realtek AC97 Audio hardware also has its own monitoring capabilities. When this feature is executed, it immediately calls upon the appropriate files and processes in order to run the monitoring feature.