The amd_dc_opt.exe file is associated with the software AMD Dual-Core Optimizer, also called as Dual-Core Optimizer, which is developed by AMD. The process amd_dc_opt.exe is sometimes referred to also as AMD Dual-Core Optimizer, or sync_tsc Application, which only indicates that it is one of the most essential components of the program. Therefore, when AMD Dual-Core Optimizer, along with all of its parts, is installed on the computer, each and every component has an important role that needs to function once the software is launched. As a Windows file, amd_dc_opt.exe runs in the background of a Microsoft Windows operating system, including Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows NT. What this file does has something to do with the main functions of the software AMD Dual-Core Optimizer, and that is to improve computer video performance of games, and correct video performance and incorrect timing effects that occur on a dual-core processor Windows system.
How can I stop amd_dc_opt.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. amd_dc_opt.exe. is used by AMD Dual-Core Optimizer, If you shut down amd_dc_opt.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop amd_dc_opt.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is AMD Dual-Core Optimizer, 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.
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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 AMD Dual-Core Optimizer, 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 amd_dc_opt.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 amd_dc_opt.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if amd_dc_opt.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 amd_dc_opt.exe, belongs to, in this case AMD Dual-Core Optimizer