dumprep.exe

[mkjuk]

what is this file and why is it taking up most of my cpu on task manager? can it be got rid off? if i end the process it just reappears

[obione]

dumprep.exe forms a part of Microsoft Windows XP (and later versions), in-built fault logging software. Upon serious errors this program will write the details to a text file and request the information be sent to Microsoft. This program is a non-essential system process, and is installed for third party use.

Should not be disabled, required for essential applications to work properly.

had this info off the net look here too microsoft own explanation

http://search.microsoft.com/results.aspx?mkt=e n-US&setlang=en-US&q=dumprep.exe