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Essential Windows Services: Windows Time / W32Time

In this article… What is the Windows Time (W32Time) service? What happens if I stop W32Time? Is it OK to disable the Windows Time service? Questions? Problems? What is the Windows Time (W32Time) service? The Windows Time service (W32Time) implements … Continue reading

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Essential Windows Services: Microsoft Defender Antivirus Service / WinDefend

In this article… What is the Microsoft Defender Antivirus (WinDefend) Windows Service? What happens if I stop WinDefend? Is it OK to disable the Defender service? Questions? Problems? What is the Microsoft Defender Antivirus (WinDefend) Windows Service? The WinDefend service … Continue reading

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I’m Worried. Will Microsoft Ever Prevent a Windows Service from Creating a User Interface?

  We’ve been deploying AlwaysUp with our products for years. We use it to run as services, many small programs we have developed as simple “stay in the tray area” windows applications. But lately, my co-workers have been criticizing that approach. … Continue reading

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Is it Safe to Automatically Log In to my Computer?

In this article… What is automatic logon? Why would I use it? How do I enable auto logon? When is automatic logon a security risk? What can I do to mitigate the risks and make auto logon safe? What are … Continue reading

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