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Akamai NetSession Client

Anonymous — Wed, 19 Oct 2016 16:43:13 GMT

Hey,

I have just installed Maya 2017 and during installation process , a Windows Firewall popped up , denying access to Akamai NetSession Client. I just needed to ask ,is it safe?If it is, is there really a need to install it along with the software? I mean, if I dont allow it access,will it restrict use of any Maya tools/features or mess up the software?

Thanks

Re: Akamai NetSession Client

dgorsman — Wed, 19 Oct 2016 17:31:54 GMT

That's used to accelerate the download of the installer, its built around a file-sharing utility program. Its found with downloads from a great many places these days. It has nothing to do with running the program. See https://www.akamai.com/us/en/solutions/products/media-delivery/netsession-interface-faq.jsp

Many users, especially those in a corporate environment, will try to find a way around it, or ensure its disabled (if not removed entirely) after use.

Re: Akamai NetSession Client

Anonymous — Wed, 19 Oct 2016 17:51:05 GMT

oh alright .not gonna run it then. Thanks for your help.

Re: Akamai NetSession Client

Anonymous — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 16:28:21 GMT

Akamai Netsession is a Content Delivery Network and you shouldn't remove it because it helps you download the files at a much higher download speed. It is by no means a virus.

Here's a wonderful guide for you to read everything about akamai netsession - https://tricksdrop.com/akamai-netsession-client/