The process core.exe is an instance of an executable file, and basically a component of EA Download Manager, which is a product created by Electronic Arts (EA). Also known as EA Link or EA Downloader, EA Download Manager is a type of software that lets a user download EA games directly to his or her computer. As a management program, he or she is also allowed to organize and manage all the EA related digital contents downloaded on the computer system. This is a quicker and easier means to get all games needed by the user without going to a local video game store to buy them. As part of the program, the process core.exe file is valuable and essential to make up all the functions of the EA Download Manager software working. The absence of this file can cause improper function of the download manager application. It is also possible that this file may not execute other modules if they are dependent on it.
How can I stop core.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. core.exe. is used by EA Download Manager, If you shut down core.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop core.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is EA Download Manager, 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 EA Download Manager, 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 core.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 core.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if core.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 core.exe, belongs to, in this case EA Download Manager