advpack.dll ?

[vasulic]

hi
a file called advpack.dll downloaded in to my computer to-day.
1) what is the use of it?
2)is it a spyware?
3)pls give in detail the exact purpose of advpack.dll?

iam using windows xp pro sp2

[__Virus__]

http://www.liutilities.com/products/wintaskspro/dlllibrary/advpack/

google google google its free ;)

[cvvikram]

Anyhow check the following link

http://www.2-spyware.com/file-advpack-dll.html

[anandk]

The library file advpack.dll is required for windows to operate. It is used by windows to verify .inf files. If advpack.dll is unavailable, windows will not function correctly.
http://www.auditmypc.com/process/advpack.asp

PS : but no harm running ur antispy and antivirus in SAFE MODE.