softokn3.dll

Process name: NSS PKCS #11 Library

Application using this process: Network Security Services

File location: C:\Program Files\mozilla firefox or C:\Program Files\mozilla thunderbird or C:\Program Files\aim or C:\Program Files\pando networks\pando or C:\Program Files\mozilla firefox 2 beta 2

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softokn3.dll

Process name: NSS PKCS #11 Library

Application using this process: Network Security Services

What is softokn3.dll doing on my computer?

softokn3.dll is a NSS PKCS #11 Library from Mozilla Foundation belonging to Network Security Services
softokn3.dll is a system process that is needed for your PC to work properly. It should not be removed.

softokn3.dll

The softokn3.dll is an executable file on your computer's hard drive. This file contains machine code. If you start the software Network Security Services on your PC, the commands contained in softokn3.dll will be executed on your PC. For this purpose, the file is loaded into the main memory (RAM) and runs there as a NSS PKCS #11 Library process (also called a task).

Is softokn3.dll harmful?

This process is considered safe. It is unlikely to pose any harm to your system. The softokn3.dll file should be located in the folder C:\Program Files\mozilla firefox or C:\Program Files\mozilla thunderbird or C:\Program Files\aim or C:\Program Files\pando networks\pando or C:\Program Files\mozilla firefox 2 beta 2. Otherwise it could be a Trojan.

softokn3.dll is a safe process

Can I stop or remove softokn3.dll?

Since softokn3.dll is a system process it should not be stopped. The process is required for your PC to work properly. Also the corresponding software Network Security Services should not be uninstalled.

Is softokn3.dll CPU intensive?

This process is considered to be CPU intensive. Without proper management, CPU intensive processes can manipulate system resources causing speed loss. Check the Network Security Services settings to see if you can turn off unneeded modules or services.

Why is softokn3.dll giving me errors?

System process issues are mainly a result of conflicting applications running on your PC. Consider uninstalling any applications you are not using. Then reboot your computer.

Why do I have multiple instances of softokn3.dll?

The system sometimes dedicates more resources to a specific task by generating multiple instances of one process. However this can also be a symptom of a virus or trojan infection. Make sure you always use an updated antivirus and run a full scan.

softokn3.dll is known to have another instance:

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