How to fix ccapp.exe errors?

CC App is short for 'common client application'. It is used with many Symantec Norton programs like Norton Antivirus or AntiSpam. Running in the background, its responsibility is to constantly check the system and incoming mail for malicious threats like Trojans. At startup, the computer operator must not disable the process. Nevertheless, it is harmless to terminate the process at shutdown. Deleting it disables Norton programs. The problem it poses, with its termination is that it prevents the antivirus from protecting the computer.

A number of problems are common with ccapp, though they are easy to fix. During startup and shut down, it is common to see, 'ccapp.exe is not responding'. Latter versions of the Norton antivirus deal with this problem effectively. Therefore, it is imperative to obtain the latest versions of such software. They are readily available on the Symantec Support page on the Internet, for absolutely no cost. Certain ccapp errors occur at runtime, coming in the form 'Runtime error: ccapp.exe. Rectifying this error is simple. It involves searching for the file named rpawinet.dll and renaming it to rpawinet.old. If it is impossible to do, change it from the 'Search' option on the 'Start Menu', in normal mode. There is no need to worry. Restart the computer in safe mode by hitting F8 at startup. Choose the desired option and rename the indicated file as directed.

Some computer users get the ccapp.exe error even when their systems do not use Norton products. What this means is that the system is infected with a virus or certain spyware has managed to infiltrate the system. In both cases, they plant destructive files on the computer system. The only way to get rid of the file in this case is using effective anti-spyware software for instance, XoftspySE Anti-Spyware Scanner to run a thorough systems scan. Spyware Doctor is another excellent option that won PC Magazine's prestigious Editor's Choice award.  In addition to checking the system, this software scans the registry, identifying and removing any malicious or destructive material in the entire system. In such situations, registry-cleaning software comes in handy.

In summary, the best way to deal with most ccapp.exe errors is by activating Norton Anti Virus Live Update, running registry scans and anti spyware. Viruses change too often for comfort so obtain the latest versions of the software stated.