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AeLookupSvc Service on Windows Vista
What is service "AeLookupSvc" on Windows Vista? "AeLookupSvc" is a system service with the display name: "Application Experience". "AeLookupSvc" processes application compatibility cache requests for applications as they are launched. If disabled, you may not be informed of compatability issues with... 2017-02-09, 144514👍, 4💬

💬 2017-01-19 FYIcenter.com: @Slappy, Thanks for the comment.

💬 2017-01-17 Slappy Slim, USA: . . it is ALSO part of the CEIP (Customer Experience Improvement Program) built directly into ALL new vesions of Windows - this ...

💬 2016-07-24 Alam Deris: very helpful

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wuauserv and wuauserv.dll on Windows Vista
What is service "wuauserv" and library "wuauserv.dll" on Windows Vista? "wuauserv" is a system service with the display name: "Windows Update". "wuauserv.dll" is the library that provides the "wuauserv" service. "wuauserv" is not a system essential service. You can disable it to make your system run... 2016-10-09, 41343👍, 4💬

💬 2016-10-09 welb: yes,i've found WUASERV to be right pain in the rectum for windows 7

💬 2016-08-23 FYIcenter.com: Hi Birgit, there was a mistake. It has been corrected now. The wuauserv service is not a system essential service.

💬 2016-08-19 Birgit: You give contradictory information. Please explain or correct your text! "wuauserv" is not a system essential service. System es...

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wudfsvc and wudfsvc.dll on Windows Vista
What is service "wudfsvc" and library "wudfsvc.dll" on Windows Vista? "wudfsvc" is a system service with the display name: "Windows Driver Foundation - User-mode Driver Framework". "wudfsvc.dll" is the library that provides the "wudfsvc" service. "wudfsvc" related information: Memory usage: Launchin... 2010-01-01, 37354👍, 0💬

AEADIFilters and AEADISRV.EXE on Windows Vista
What is service "AEADIFilters" and program "AEADISRV.EXE" on Windows Vista? "AEADIFilters" is a system service with the display name: "Andrea ADI Filters Service". "AEADIFilters" is related to the active noise reduction process, included on Sound Max/SupremeFx Audio Card high definition audio CODEC.... 2009-12-31, 29951👍, 0💬

How to disable Problem Reports and Solutions?
How to disable Problem Reports and Solutions? Problem Reports and Solutions is a nice feature of Windows Vista system. But it keeps running in the background and taking CPU and memory resources of the computer. So can I disable Problem Reports and Solutions? Steps to disable or turn off Problem Repo... 2009-08-18, 9122👍, 0💬

Services Management Console in Windows Vista
How to access Services Management Console on Windows Vista? Services Management Console is a system administrative tool that allows you to review all installed services on your Windows system. You can also stop, start or disable any services with the Services Management Console. Here is how can acce... 2009-12-24, 8362👍, 0💬

Starting Windows Vista in Diagnostic Startup Mode
How to start your system in diagnostic startup mode? If you can not delete delete a file that is causing program to your system because the file in use, you can restart your system in diagnostic startup mode. In diagnostic startup mode, only basic devices and services are loaded. All other programs ... 2009-12-29, 7666👍, 0💬

Startup Programs on Windows Vista
How to view programs in the startup folder on Windows Vista? The startup folder holds programs that will be automatically launched during system start up time. The startup folder is a common place where maleware leaves programs to harm your systems. Here is how to access the startup folder to view a... 2009-12-28, 6892👍, 0💬

Task Manager to View Processes on Windows Vista
How to access the Task Manager to view running processes? The Task Manager is a system administrative tool that allows you to review all running processes on your Windows system. You can also end any processes with the Task Manager. Here is how you can access the Task Manager and view all running pr... 2009-12-25, 6801👍, 0💬

User accounts FAQ - An unidentified program wants access to your computer
Windows Vista Security - User accounts FAQ - An unidentified program wants access to your computer An unidentified program is one that doesn't have a valid digital signature from its publisher to ensure that the program is what it claims to be. This doesn't necessarily indicate danger, as many older... 2009-11-17, 6558👍, 0💬

Configuration View of Startup Programs on Windows Vista
How to access System Configuration to view startup programs? The System Configuration is a system administrative tool that allows you view system configurations, including startup programs. Most virus programs are hidden in your system as startup programs. You should check startup programs regularly... 2009-12-29, 6545👍, 0💬

How to disable Vista Themes (Skins)?
How to disable Vista Themes (Skins)? Themes makes your Vista desktop look beautiful. But it takes too much CPU and memory resources of the computer to run it. So can I disable Vista Themes to make my computer run faster? Steps to disable Vista Themes: 1. Click the Windows shortcut key or Vista Orb b... 2009-08-18, 6380👍, 0💬

Understanding Windows Firewall settings - Block all incoming connections
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Understanding Windows Firewall settings - Block all incoming connections This setting blocks all unsolicited attempts to connect to your computer. Use this setting when you need maximum protection for your computer, such as when you connect to a public network in a... 2010-01-13, 5781👍, 0💬

Services Running on Vista Enterprise Edition
What are basic services running on a Vista Enterprise Edition? The table below gives you a list of basic services running on a Windows Vista Enterprise Edition, Service Pack 1, system. If you are running the same edition, you can compare services running your system against this list. This compariso... 2017-03-04, 5723👍, 0💬

Firewall FAQ - Allow a program to communicate through Windows Firewall
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Firewall FAQ - Allow a program to communicate through Windows Firewall By default, most programs are blocked by Windows Firewall, to help make your computer more secure. To work properly, some programs might require you to allow them to communicate through the fire... 2010-02-23, 5721👍, 0💬

A program needs your permission to continue
Windows Vista Security - User accounts FAQ - A program needs your permission to continue A program that's not part of Windows needs your permission to start. It has a valid digital signature indicating its name and its publisher, which helps to ensure that the program is what it claims to be. Make s... 2009-11-10, 5471👍, 0💬

Firewall FAQ - What else besides a firewall do I need to help protect my computer?
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Firewall FAQ - What else besides a firewall do I need to help protect my computer? You should do three things: • Turn on Windows automatic updating and make sure that updates are automatically installed on your computer. • Get a good antivirus program and keep it u... 2010-02-16, 5258👍, 0💬

Firewall FAQ - When I try to restore my Windows Firewall settings to what they were originally, I see a warning message. What do
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Firewall FAQ - When I try to restore my Windows Firewall settings to what they were originally, I see a warning message. What does this mean? If you have allowed certain programs through the firewall, those settings will be lost for all network locations, not just ... 2010-02-16, 5176👍, 0💬

Deleting Temporary Files on Windows Vista
How to view and delete temporary files recorded by Windows system? When you use applications or system programs, some temporary files are recorded in the system temporary folder. For security and privacy reasons, you should view and delete those temporary files. Click Start, type "%temp%" in the sea... 2009-12-30, 5169👍, 0💬

Firewall FAQ - Why do multiple instances of the same program appear on the Exceptions tab?
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Firewall FAQ - Why do multiple instances of the same program appear on the Exceptions tab? If you install, uninstall, or re-install a program when you are connected to different networks, several instances of that program can appear on the Exceptions tab. This is b... 2010-02-23, 5035👍, 0💬

What Windows Vista Edition Am I Running?
How to find which edition of Windows Vista I am using? How to find other Windows system information on my computer? To find out which edition of Windows Vista is running on your computer, do the following: Click the Start button Picture of the Start button, right-click Computer, and then click Prope... 2009-12-24, 4922👍, 0💬

Making your network more secure - Change the default SSID
Windows Vista - Network security - Making your network more secure - Change the default SSID Routers and access points use a wireless network name known as a service set identifier (SSID). Most manufacturers use the same SSID for all of their routers and access points. We recommend that you change t... 2010-01-06, 4899👍, 0💬

What are some of the things that a firewall can't prevent?
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Firewall FAQ - What are some of the things that a firewall can't prevent? • E-mail viruses E-mail viruses are attached to e-mail messages. A firewall can't determine the contents of e-mail, so it can't protect you from these types of viruses. You should use an anti... 2010-01-26, 4786👍, 0💬

Firewall FAQ - What happened to the ICMP and logging settings in Windows Firewall?
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Firewall FAQ - What happened to the ICMP and logging settings in Windows Firewall? You must be logged on as an administrator to perform these steps. To find ICMP and logging settings, open Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. 1. Open Administrative Tools by cli... 2010-02-02, 4777👍, 0💬

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