dcondemand.exe is an executable file associated with the software Desktop Central, developed by ZOHO Corporation Private. This file is typically located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\DesktopCentral_Agent\bin directory.
Desktop Central is a unified endpoint management solution that helps in managing servers, laptops, desktops, smartphones, and tablets from a central location. It's used for automating regular desktop management routines like installing patches, distributing software, managing IT assets, software licenses, monitoring software usage statistics, managing USB device usage, taking control of remote desktops, and more.
dcondemand.exe is a crucial component of the Desktop Central software. It is needed for the software to function correctly. If you are using Desktop Central, you should not remove this file as it may cause the software to stop working properly.
If you are not using Desktop Central or if this file is causing issues (like high CPU usage), you might consider removing it. Before doing so, make sure that the file is not a disguised malware. You can do this by scanning your system with an antivirus software. If the file is safe and you still want to remove it, you should uninstall the entire Desktop Central software to avoid potential issues.
Description: Dcondemand.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. The file dcondemand.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)" (common is C:\Program Files (x86)\DesktopCentral_Agent\bin\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\ManageEngine\UEMS_Agent\bin\).
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 976,344 bytes (6% of all occurrences), 593,256 bytes and 13 more variants.
The dcondemand.exe file is a file with no information about its developer. The program is not visible. The dcondemand.exe file is not a Windows core file. The software uses ports to connect to or from a LAN or the Internet. The dcondemand.exe file is certified by a trustworthy company.
Dcondemand.exe is able to monitor applications and connect to the Internet.
Therefore the technical security rating is 61% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
You have the option to ask the developer, Zohocorp, for assistance or safely remove the program using the uninstall program of ZOHO Corporation Private Limited or Zoho Corporation Pvt. Ltd., (Control Panel ⇒ Uninstall a Program).
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as dcondemand.exe. Therefore, you should check the dcondemand.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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My antivirus blocked it for attempting to reach my IP dangerously. Dany
DcOnDemand.exe may be part of Desktop Central, in which case it is safe. Desktop Central is infrastructure monitoring tool used by System Administrators. Nick
Summary: Average user rating of dcondemand.exe:
based on 2 votes with 2 user comments.
One user thinks dcondemand.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user thinks dcondemand.exe is dangerous and recommends removing it.
Best practices for resolving dcondemand issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with dcondemand. 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 dcondemand.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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Dany
Nick
Summary: Average user rating of dcondemand.exe: based on 2 votes with 2 user comments. One user thinks dcondemand.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks dcondemand.exe is dangerous and recommends removing it.