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I have this fishy software (Akamai Netsession) in my laptop that has Windows 10 Home. I'm worried and want to know is it safe or should I remove it?
It feels like it is a virus.
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NO!
It is not a virus. Akamai Netsession helps you in increasing the download speed fetched from the servers. In fact, there are certain softwares and games which compulsorily need Akamai Netsession client interface to proceed the download.
Here's a useful guide on everything you need to know about the Akamai Netsession - https://tricksdrop.com/akamai-netsession-client/
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Here’s some information on that:
https://livefortech.net/akamai-netsession-clien...
I personally would remove it with Revo Uninstaller free:
https://www.revouninstaller.com/revo_uninstalle...
Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.
