The awc.exe is an executable file associated with Advanced SystemCare or Acer Configuration Manager, developed by Acer. This file is typically located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\Acer\Amundsen\2.1.16258 directory.
Advanced SystemCare is a software application designed to improve the performance of your computer. It offers a suite of optimization tools, including registry cleaning, privacy sweep, junk file clean-up, and system optimization. It aims to enhance your computer's speed and overall performance.
Acer Configuration Manager is a software utility developed by Acer. It is designed to manage the settings of Acer hardware devices installed on your computer. It provides an interface for users to customize and control the hardware settings of their Acer devices.
The awc.exe is an essential component of the Advanced SystemCare or Acer Configuration Manager. It is responsible for executing the tasks related to these software applications. Without this file, these programs may not function correctly.
There is no need to remove awc.exe if you are using Advanced SystemCare or Acer Configuration Manager, and they are functioning correctly. If you suspect that the awc.exe file is causing problems or if it is identified as malware by your antivirus software, you may need to remove it. Always ensure to keep your antivirus software up-to-date and perform regular system scans to keep your system safe.
Description: Awc.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. Awc.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—usually C:\Program Files (x86)\Acer\Amundsen\2.1.16258\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 152,880 bytes (50% of all occurrences), 1,946,112 bytes, 96,904 bytes or 2,403,024 bytes.
The file is not a Windows core file. It is certified by a trustworthy company. The file is a file with no information about its developer. You can uninstall this program in the Control Panel. The program has no visible window. The awc.exe file is a Windows scheduled tasks.
Awc.exe is able to record keyboard and mouse inputs, connect to the Internet and monitor applications.
Therefore the technical security rating is 28% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
You can uninstall Advanced SystemCare 3 or Acer Configuration Manager from your computer using the Control Panel applet Uninstall a Program, contact www.iobit.com to assist you or verify that you have installed the latest version.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as awc.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the awc.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.
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User Comments
I have a lot of problems sinds I installed this file George
If you have Advanced Sistem Care installed than its not dangerous. Witty
AWC is a desktop background manager. It runs at fairly low priority and has a timer that can be set to change your background at some interval. Matthew
Advanced System Care, basically checks your system for errors/trojans etc. Not harmful Salman
the awc.exe application is from Adavanced System
sts desktop tool jever
AWC is necessary for running Advanced System Care, one of the most efficient and complete maint. progs. you can have. I run it every day; like taking vitamins. It can really make things cleaner and faster. Leave it alone or uninstall the core program. Dr. Jose (further information)
I have had 3 run-ins with IObit software, the makers of AWC.exe, and suspect it for a fourth problem of mine. After a few weeks of installing IObit software, I find all sorts of problems!!! Viruses bad!!! Devin Rhode
It hogs 60MB memory, and hogs heavy CPU time when running. Mike Sleight
it uses too many memory resources to constantly run in background kewebco
I would not live without Advanced System Care on my computer it has saved me more than once. Tommy Gunn
AWC is high on CPU and MEMORY useage. Bogs my computer down. Will delete it Mike Sleight
Now that I know it's Advanced System Care, I'm OK with it. It showed up on my brother's computer and wasn't sure what it was. I use ASC and love it. It's a bit slow but catches a LOT of bugs. I always run it if I've been on questionable sites, esp some of the newer game one. I recently upgraded to ASC Pro and it's even better, worth the money. Bambe Marlin
used in crypto mineing crap wilko
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Summary: Average user rating of awc.exe:
based on 17 votes with 17 user comments.
6 users think awc.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
3 users think it's probably harmless.
4 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
2 users suspect danger.
2 users think awc.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it.
2 users don't grade awc.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving awc issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with awc. This means running a scan for malware, cleaning your hard drive using 1cleanmgr and 2sfc /scannow, 3uninstalling programs that you no longer need, checking for Autostart programs (using 4msconfig) and enabling Windows' 5Automatic Update. Always remember to perform periodic backups, or at least to set restore points.
Should you experience an actual problem, try to recall the last thing you did, or the last thing you installed before the problem appeared for the first time. Use the 6resmon command to identify the processes that are causing your problem. Even for serious problems, rather than reinstalling Windows, you are better off repairing of your installation or executing the 7DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth command. This allows you to repair the operating system without losing data.
To get your computer running as fast as it did on day one, you can 8reset your PC. Your personal files will remain intact, but any programs you installed will need to be reinstalled.
To help you analyze the awc.exe process on your computer, the following programs have proven to be helpful: ASecurity Task Manager displays all running Windows tasks, including embedded hidden processes, such as keyboard and browser monitoring or Autostart entries. A unique security risk rating indicates the likelihood of the process being potential spyware, malware or a Trojan. A good Bantivirus software detects and removes sleeping spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, malware and trackers from your hard drive.
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George
Witty
Matthew
Salman
jever
Dr. Jose (further information)
Devin Rhode
Mike Sleight
kewebco
Tommy Gunn
Mike Sleight
Tinchen (further information)
ryan
Tinchen (further information)
Bambe Marlin
wilko
Summary: Average user rating of awc.exe: based on 17 votes with 17 user comments. 6 users think awc.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 3 users think it's probably harmless. 4 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 2 users suspect danger. 2 users think awc.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it. 2 users don't grade awc.exe ("not sure about it").