Solved What is "setup.exe?"

PapaK

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The system keeps asking if I want to install "Setup.exe?" It shows the publisher as "unknown." Up to now I have not installed "setup.exe." What is this and do I want to install this exe?

PapaK
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Win 8.1
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    HP/SR2170NX
It is a common name used by many software vendors for installing new software or updates. However it could also be a virus. Suggest you run a full virus scan to be sure.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    windows 8.1 Update 1 Pro 64bit
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Pavillion H8-1202
    CPU
    I7-2600 @ 3.4 GHz
    Motherboard
    PEGATRON
    Memory
    8 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    NIVDIA GeForce GT 520
    Sound Card
    Realtek ALC656GR CODEC
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung SyncMaster S22B350
    Screen Resolution
    1920X1080 32 bit color
    Hard Drives
    Samsung 850 EVO SSD 500GB
    Keyboard
    Razer Blackwidow Ultimate 2013
    Mouse
    Logitech M510
Setup.exe is commonly used by unfamiliar vendors. But only run it if you know that the file is secure. Go with Nuccii's recommendation. Run a virus scan first. But still, if there are no errors found try to check its digital signatures in 'properties'. Also, check its details. If there is no copyright, more probably its a virus. :)
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1 Single Language
    Computer type
    Laptop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Acer
    CPU
    x64 based processor
    Memory
    2 GB (1.79 GB usable)
    Graphics Card(s)
    Intel HD graphics
    Screen Resolution
    1366 x 768
    Internet Speed
    SLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWWWW
    Browser
    Google Chrome
    Antivirus
    Avast!
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