Quite a while ago I got a report that CPU use was jumping to 100% while using Strange Eons for some people. I've finally been able to isolate this problem and it should be fixed in the next update. However, the next update is a major one and won't be available for some time. Until then, installing the following plug-in should correct the issue:

cpu-hotfix.seplugin (3.71 KiB)

You can also install the plug-in from the plug-in catalogue if you are using the work-in-progress build.

How do I know if I need this hotfix?

So far I have only seen this issue on Windows Vista and Windows 7 based machines. You can use the Task Manager's Performance tab to monitor CPU usage before and after creating a component if you want to verify whether the issue exists on your system. However, you don't have to verify the issue before installing the plug-in. It won't hurt anything to install the plug-in if the issue does not occur on your system.

Is there any risk if I do not install the plug-in?

Not generally. Your computer's overall performance will be reduced. The overall effects are not much different from playing a video game that taxes your system. In extreme cases it might lead to your CPU overheating, in which case your computer may be halted to prevent damage to the hardware. (If this happens then it suggests that your computer's cooling system may not be running at full efficiency. For example, your cooling fan/heat sink may be full of dust.)

Cheers,
Chris