What is Kernel32 ?

[qazs]

Hi,
Anyone knows what this file is for?
I keep getting the bsod because of this file.
Says something like 'kernel32 has caused a fatal exception in blah blah blah.'

I usually get it when i am trying to close some applications.

Thanks.

 

[Rigger123]

Kernel32.dll is the 32-bit dynamic link library of the operating system kernel. it handles things like, memory management, input/output operations, and interrupts.
This error occurs when an application tries to access kernel32.dll's protected memory space. It may be one particular program or application, or multiple files and applications.
Also, this error may be caused by faulty hardware (bad memory modules, device drivers, etc.)


if you have a specific error message coming up i would reccomend you search the microsoft technical database for it. as they can provide a more specific answer based on your OS and error message.

He who smiles in a crisis has found someone to blame.

 

[hopelessliar]

I believe the Kernel is fundamentally required in the making of Kentucky Fried Chicken.

</crap joke>

If you could be more specific about exactly what error message and the circumstances etc it may be possible to diagnose something more useful....