Associated Program:
Creative MediaSource DVD Audio Player
Programm Category:
Utility Tool Software
What is ctdetect.exe
The ctdetect.exe process is a file that is associated with the Creative MediaSource DVD Audio Player. It is a program file exclusively for SoundBlaster Audigy2 soundcards. This file runs when the Creative MediaSource DVD Audio Player is used. To indicate this file is properly or actively working, an icon on the taskbar is displayed. The usage of Central Processing Unit or CPU and consummation of Memory of this file program is also displayed in the task manager. While its main function is to provide sufficient and clear audio, this process includes options for a user to manage or modify. When a user clicks the icon, he or she can change the setting of the audio for as long as needed. Along with the ctdvddet.exe process, the ctdetect.exe file compatibly works in Microsoft Windows operating systems including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 98, and Windows 95. It does not need a large amount of resources of the computer system in order for it to function.
How can I stop ctdetect.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. ctdetect.exe. is used by Creative MediaSource DVD Audio Player, If you shut down ctdetect.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop ctdetect.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Creative MediaSource DVD Audio Player, 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 Creative MediaSource DVD Audio Player, 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 ctdetect.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 ctdetect.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if ctdetect.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 ctdetect.exe, belongs to, in this case Creative MediaSource DVD Audio Player