Right-click in Task Manager > End task (tethering will stop).
| Issue Category | Problem Description | Recommended Solution & Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Antivirus flags pdanet.exe as a virus. | This is likely a false positive . Verify the file's digital signature ("June Fabrics Technology Inc.") before restoring it. | | Performance Issues | CodeMeter.exe uses high CPU or slows down boot time. | Launch Task Manager → Startup tab → Disable CodeMeter startup items. This preserves the software license but stops it from pre-loading. | | Conflict & Errors | CodeMeter Runtime fails to install or errors occur. | Check for conflicting drivers ( multikey.sys ) or cracked software emulators running simultaneously. Uninstall conflicting apps and re-run the CodeMeter installer as Administrator. | | Genuine Lookup | How to verify a random .exe ? | Right-click the file → Properties → Digital Signatures. If it is signed by a major company (Microsoft, WIBU-SYSTEMS, etc.), it is likely safe. If it has no signature, scan it immediately with Windows Defender or upload it to VirusTotal. | Pdanet.exe And Codemeter Runtime.exe