Brief introduction to Windows services

You should know that not only Microsoft introduces services on Windows. Indeed, as the user installs things, he will see others coming from elsewhere. For example, if you have installed Firefox, you should see the Mozilla maintenance service. This is also the case with various programs. In order to add a service, it must be installed and registered on Windows. In addition, this process requires an administrator account. It can happen that a user does not allow an application to be installed under the conditions of an administrator. Consequently, it will not be able to create the service that would allow it to run in the background. This requirement is usually very easy to meet in Microsoft’s operating system. However, it is a detail to be considered.

The Windows service panel

Windows has a graphical panel with which the system services can be configured. To access it, just enter the term Services from the search button. Then click on the Services application.

There is also another way to access Windows services. Surely it is more to the taste of advanced users. Indeed, we will be able to do it by means of the Run application. With this in mind, it is enough to press the Win+R combination. Once the window is displayed, enter services.msc and click on the OK button or the enter key.

With this, you have access to the Windows services panel. Consequently, we are going to explain how to manage them in a basic way.

Basics of Windows service management

Immediately, the user will be presented with a long list of things that are mostly pre-installed. In addition to others that have been supplied from outside. As mentioned, they can come from an application or an update. It is important to clarify something. If you are not clear about what you are doing, it is best not to touch anything. Indeed, tampering with something sensitive to the system can lead to catastrophic consequences. Therefore, to test safely, it is best to run Windows in a virtual machine. You can also use an unimportant secondary computer. It is also advisable to create a restore point.

These are the basic precautions to take. Now we are going to explain how to deal in a basic way with Windows services. Especially for those users interested in optimizing the operating system a bit. In fact, any inactive service means resources that are not being consumed. In this case, we will use the Windows Event Collector. When you right-click on it, a context menu appears. The options are:

• Start,
• Stop
• Pause
• Resume
• Restart
• All Tasks (this is a submenu),
• Refresh
• Properties (allows access to all options)
• Help.

Here is a rather self-explanatory situation. Start, Stop, Pause, Resume, and Restart are literal actions that apply to the service. That said, generally the available options are Start, Stop and Restart.

Tinkering with Windows services.

However, manipulation of the service via the context menu only affects the current system session. Suppose you shut down or reboot the system. As a result, the service will revert to its default state. To permanently change the state of a service, go to its Properties. It is also possible to access it by double-clicking on it. Then, just select one of the startup options under Startup type. In fact, from there, it is possible to disable it completely to prevent it from starting under any circumstances.

The first type, Automatic (delayed start), causes the service to start automatically after the system startup time has elapsed. This is ideal for those services that are secondary. In addition to, not necessary to have immediately available. Automatic is in charge of starting up the service at system startup. On the other hand, the Manual activation is what we have shown on the service statuses through the contextual menu. However, this is also possible from the Service status section in Properties.

Simple management of Windows services via PowerShell

Windows services can also be managed using CMD or PowerShell. However, we will show how to do it using PowerShell only. Managing services via the command line requires administrator permissions. Don’t worry, this is simple to do. Just run the corresponding option from the start menu.

The management of services through the command line is something that is still a standard in Linux today. It is certainly a bit difficult to learn, as it is less intuitive than a graphical interface. However, once mastered, it is quicker to perform simple tasks. Listing all services is as simple as typing Get-Service and pressing the enter key.

Obviously, listing services in this way is impractical. Therefore, we will restrict the search to locate the service that we have previously manipulated graphically: Windows Event Collector. However, this procedure is available for any service. Let’s try the service that allows us to synchronize the computer’s time with the Internet.

With this in mind, let’s use the command below. It displays all the services whose “DisplayName” field starts with the word “Time”. Additionally, the asterisk (*) is the wildcard that allows you to fill in the remainder with any combination (including missing) of characters. Moreover, it can be composed of letters, digits, and spaces. It is possible to place several, before, after and in the middle of the search term, to restrict or extend the possibilities.

Get-Service -displayname "Time*"

As you can see, the time broker is the only service that matches the criteria of the search performed. At this point, the user has to stick with what appears in the “Name” field. In this specific case: TimeBrokerSvc

Useful commands to manage Windows services from PowerShell

As the service is running, we are going to stop it as follows:

Stop-Service -Name TimeBrokerSvc

To start the service use the word ‘Start’:

Start-Service -Name TimeBrokerSvc 

Restart a service with PowerShell in Windows:

Restart-Service -Name TimeBrokerSvc

Disable a service for the next startup:

Set-Service -Name TimeBrokerSvc -StartupType disabled

Stop a service and disable it:

Stop-Service -Name TimeBrokerSvc -force

Set-Service -Name TimeBrokerSvc -Status stopped -StartupType disabled

Enabling a service for manual management:

Set-Service -Name TimeBrokerSvc -StartupType automatic

Enabling a service and starting it up:

Set-Service -Name TimeBrokerSvc -Status running -StartupType automatic

Remember that you can use these commands with any service. Just replace the name of the Windows service. Okay, so we have learned how to manage Windows services. Bye!

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How to enable SNMP in Windows 10

As you can see, it is a useful service to configure. Therefore, if your system does not have this feature, we can enable it from PowerShell. The first thing we have to do is to check the availability in the system. To complete this, you need to go to Windows services. With this in mind, press the Win+R combination. Next, run the services.msc command.

Consequently, the list of services available in the system will be displayed. Just browse and verify.

Another way to check the availability of SNMP is through the Windows features. Pay attention to how to do it. Once again, press the Win+R combination to invoke the run box. Once there, run the command appwiz.cpl.

Executing this command will open the Programs and Features window. Once there, please click on Turn Windows features on or off, which is located on the left side of the window.

Consequently, a new window will open. It displays the optional Windows features. Therefore, here you can search for the SNMP feature.

If it does not appear, do not worry. In the next section, we will give you the solution.

Using PowerShell to enable it.

The first thing you have to do is to launch PowerShell as administrator. With this in mind, right-click on the start button. You can also press the Win+X combination. Either way, just click on the required option.

In the console, it is also possible to see if the SNMP service is installed. With this in mind, run the following command:

Get-WindowsCapability -Online -Name "SNMP*"

If you look at the status line, you can see that the service is not present. Therefore, we will proceed to download and install it. With this in mind, we will use the following command:

Add-WindowsCapability -Online -Name "SNMP.Client~~~~0.0.1.0"

Pressing enter will start the installation of the service.

After a few moments, the installation process will be completed. In addition, there is no need to restart the computer.

We can also validate the presence of the service in the system. With this intention, please run the same command we used at the beginning of this section.

Get-WindowsCapability -Online -Name "SNMP*"

As you can see in the Status line, the service is now successfully enabled. Now you only have to enter again to the Windows services and check the status of the service. With this in mind, just double-click on it to configure it.

This way, we have learned how to enable the SNMP service in Windows 10. So now you can use this tool to facilitate network communication. See you soon!

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How to manage Windows 10 services.

Before proceeding further, a clarification is necessary. The information we will share is valid for the vast majority of users. However, every computer is different. Therefore, it is necessary to analyze each case before proceeding. In addition, it is always advisable to create a manual restoration point. This way, if something goes wrong, you can always return to the original configuration. To know how to do it, see our tutorial.

It is possible to manage Windows services from the task manager. Specifically from the services section. To start it, just press the combination Ctrl+Shift+Esc. It is possible to manage Windows services from the task manager. Specifically from the services section. To start it, just press the combination Ctrl+Shift+Esc. The tab shows the name, a brief description, status and type of startup.

In order to manage it, you must go to the Services section. With this in mind, right click on any item and then click on Open Service.

The type of start is determined by the behavior of the service:

• Automatic (delayed start): waits for the operating system to load and starts automatically.
• Automatic: starts with every system start
• Manual: starts when an application needs it
• Disabled: Service cannot be started

Well, to modify this configuration, just right-click on the service. Once there, click on properties.

Windows 10 services that can be disabled

• Downloaded Maps Manager: can be disabled if you do not use the Maps application integrated with the system. Recommended configuration: manual
• Fax: Obsolete technology. Recommended configuration: disabled.
• Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel Service: It is only necessary if the computer has compatible hardware. Recommended configuration: disabled.
• Diagnostic Service Host: Telemetry service that can be discarded. Recommended configuration: disabled.
• Program compatibility assistant service: If you do not use old software frequently than you can discard it. Recommended configuration: manual
• Windows biometric service: Once again, you can discard it if you don’t have compatible hardware. Recommended configuration: disabled.
• BitLocker Drive Encryption Service: If you do not use it regularly, it is not necessary to have it in automatic mode. Recommended configuration: manual
• Certificate propagation: Domestic users can discard this configuration. Recommended configuration: disabled.
• Net Logon: a secure channel between the computer and the domain controller to authenticate users. Indeed, it is not usually necessary in a domestic environment. Recommended configuration: disabled.
• Natural authentication. Service that uses various data sources for locking and unlocking devices. Consequently, if the equipment does not have a fingerprint reader or any biometric identification system, you can deactivate it. Recommended configuration: disabled.
• Print Spooler: a necessary function only with the printer connected. Therefore, the recommended configuration is manual.

In this list are only services of Windows 10. In addition, it is a conservative configuration with respect to other websites. Since those usually include more services. However, there are risks of compromising the stability of the system. Now, you can apply these settings as the computer behaves.

Conclusion.

Ultimately we have seen which Windows 10 services can be safely disabled. However, the decision is up to the user. In fact, modern computers usually run Windows efficiently. In addition, Microsoft has made an effort to improve service management. However, if you notice the slow start or unusual consumption. So, you know what to do. All right, that’s it for now. Stay tuned for more updates on Windows 10.

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