Associated Program:
Macrovision Europe CD Rom SECURITY driver for Microsoft Windows NT
Programm Category:
Operating System Software
What is cdad10ba.sys
The cdad10ba.sys is the file identified with the CD Rom Security driver for Microsoft Windows NT. As a device driver, it still maintains the primary function of providing the link between the computer/network system and the device to be connected. However, Microsoft Windows NT (New Technology) was developed for advanced users and it aims to provide special needs for added security and customization. These features are above the standard for the average Windows, thus the CD drive is enhanced by Macrovision Europe (the program’s manufacturer). Macrovision produced CD drivers that managed to restrict copying programs and data from a CD, specifically game programs. The Security is standard issue for the Microsoft NT, as security concerns are a priority for most of its clients. The CD Rom Security Driver also conforms to the Windows NT’s high standard of hardware to software architecture.
How can I stop cdad10ba.sys and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. cdad10ba.sys. is used by Macrovision Europe CD Rom SECURITY driver for Microsoft Windows NT, If you shut down cdad10ba.sys, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop cdad10ba.sys, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Macrovision Europe CD Rom SECURITY driver for Microsoft Windows NT, 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 Macrovision Europe CD Rom SECURITY driver for Microsoft Windows NT, 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 cdad10ba.sys 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 cdad10ba.sys is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if cdad10ba.sys. 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 cdad10ba.sys, belongs to, in this case Macrovision Europe CD Rom SECURITY driver for Microsoft Windows NT