Thank you to all for your posts regarding this Bitcoin Core matter. I followed the given advice and downloaded the entire blockchain without setting up a "bitcoin.conf" file. Great to know Armory does not require this be done so it can operate correctly.

In closing, I am sharing the link below for those in the community wanting to know more about this subject. Two minutes into the video the "bitcoin.conf" subject matter begins:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_9Sbrvj7qA&list=PLmoQ11MXEmag9I2ibHnubzJdjDqypujCk&index=2

Again, thanks to all for your help.