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Developer Tools and Game Software
What is ollydbg.exe
The process ollydbg.exe, also called allydbg, is debugger program used in video games like dota and WarCraft. Debuggers like allydbg help identify coding errors at various stages in the development of programs like video games. Some game developers use a programming language that includes this facility to check the code for errors as it is being written. Debugging is the process of locating bugs in the program, isolating the source, and fixing the problem. This process is necessary in almost all new software or hardware development process, whether in personal application program or in a commercial product. In video games, there is a hidden location called the debug room that allow for the altering of game parameters for debugging and testing purposes. Game developers use debugger tools like allydbg to identify and isolate the bugs, which are errors and flaws in the program.
How can I stop ollydbg.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. ollydbg.exe. is used by allydbg, If you shut down ollydbg.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop ollydbg.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is allydbg, from your system.
After uninstalling applications it is a good idea to scan you Windows registry for any left over traces of applications. Registry Reviver by ReviverSoft is a great tool for doing this.
Is this a virus or other security concern?
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What is a process and how do they affect my computer?
A process usually a part of an installed application such as allydbg, or your operating system that is responsible for running in functions of that application. Some application require that they have processes running all the time so they can do things such as check for updates or notify you when you get an instant message. Some poorly written applications have many processes that run that may not be required and take up valuable processing power within your computer.
Is ollydbg.exe known to be bad for my computer's performance?
We have not received any complaint about this process having higher than normal impact on PC performance. If you have had bad experiences with it please let us know in a comment below and we will investigate it further.
What can I do if ollydbg.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if ollydbg.exe. is causing errors on your computer is to run a Windows registry scan with Registry Reviver If you are still seeing errors after this you should uninstall the program that ollydbg.exe, belongs to, in this case allydbg