Windows XP Feature Extension Service Detailed

1.IMAPI CD-Burning COM Service

ImapiService (IMAPI CD burning service). Manage CD burning with Image Mastering Applications Programming Interface (IMAPI). If you stop the service, this computer will not be able to record CDs. The service process is named Imapi.exe.

Dependencies: None

Suggestion: Windows XP integrated CD burning function is relatively simple, depending on the specific situation, stop.

2.IPSEC Services

Dmserver (IP Security Service). Monitor and monitor new hard drives and send volume information to the Logical Disk Manager management service for configuration. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: IPSEC driver, Remote Procedure Call (RPC), TCP/IP Protocol Driver

Recommendation: To help protect data transmitted over the network, IPSEC is an important link for virtual private networks. Security is provided in (VPN), while VPN allows organizations to securely transfer data over the Internet. The general user does not need to stop.

3.Logical Disk Manager

Dmserver (Logical Disk Administrator Service). Monitor and monitor the new hard drive and send volume information to the Logical Disk Manager management service for configuration. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: Plug and Play, Remote Procedure Call (RPC), Logical Disk Manager Administrative Service

Suggestion: This service must not be used by users who frequently use peripherals such as mobile hard disks and flash drives. Yes, depending on the situation, start.

4.MS Software Shadow Copy Provider

SwPrv (Manage Volume Volume Copy Service). If the service is stopped, the software shadow copy will not be managed, and any services that depend on it will not be able to start, such as MS Backup. The service process is named Dllhost.exe.

Dependencies: Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Recommendation: Start on a case-by-case basis.

5.Performance Logs and Alerts

SysmonLog (Performance Log and Alert Service). Collect performance data from local or remote computers based on pre-configured schedule parameters, then write this data to a log or trigger an alert. The service process is named Smlogsvc.exe.

Dependencies: None

Suggestion: Stop.

6.Plug and Play

PlugPlay (Plug and Play Service). Enables the computer to recognize and adapt to hardware changes without user input. The service process is named Services.exe.

Dependencies: Logical Disk Manager, Logical Disk Manager Administrative Service, Messenger, Smart Card, Telephony, Windows Audio

Recommendation: Terminating or disabling this service can cause system instability and startup.

7.Portable Media Serial Number Service

WmdmPmSN (portable media serial number service). Obtain the serial number of the media player in the system to control the copying of pirated music files to the portable player, such as MP3, MD, etc. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: None

Suggestion: Start.

8.Protected Storage

Protected Storage (protected storage area service). Provides protected storage of sensitive data, such as passwords, to prevent unauthorized access by unauthorized services, processes, or users. The service process is named Lsass.exe.

Dependencies: Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Recommendation: Depending on the environment in which it is used, it is recommended to stop in an unsafe environment.

9.Removable Storage

NtmsSvc (Removable Storage Service). Management of special removable storage such as ZIP floppy drives and tape drives. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Recommendation: The average person rarely involves such special equipment and stops.

10.Shell Hardware Detection

ShellHWDetection (Shell Hardware Detection Service). Provide notifications for automatic playback of hardware events. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Recommendation: Generally used on memory cards or CD and DVD devices, stop.

11.Smart Card

SCardSvr (Smart Card Service). Manage this computer's read access to the smart card. If this service is terminated, this computer will not be able to read the smart card. The service process is named Scardsvr.exe.

Dependencies: Plug and Play

Recommendation: Stop if you don't use a smart card.

12.Smart Card Helper

SCardDrv (Smart Card Assistance Service). Enable support for legacy, non-Plug and Play smart card readers used with this computer. The service process is named Scardsvr.exe.

Dependencies: None

Suggestion: If you don't use a smart card, stop.

13.System Restore Service

Srservice (System Restore Service). Perform a system restore function. To stop the service, turn off System Restore from the System Restore tab in the properties of "My Computer". The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Recommendation: Revert your computer to its previous state, as appropriate.

14.Telephony

TapiSrv (telephone voice). Provides TAPI support for programs to control local computers, servers, and telephony devices over IP and IP-based voice connections. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: Plug and Play, Remote Procedure Call (RPC), Remote Access Connection Manager, Remote Access Auto Connection Manager

Recommendation: General dial-up modem or some DSL/Cable may be used ,As the case may be.

15.Uninterruptible Power Supply

UPS (UPS Power Management Service). Manage uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) connected to your computer. The service process is named Ups.exe.

Dependency: None

Recommendation: The average person can't use UPS and stop.

16.Universal Plug and Play Device Host

Upnphost (Unified Plug and Play Drive Hosting Service). Support for Universal Plug and Play devices. Mainly used to detect the installation of universal plug-and-play service devices, such as digital cameras or printers. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: SSDP Discovery Service

Recommendation: Depending on the situation, stop.

17.Windows Audio

AudioSrv (Windows Audio Service). Manage Windows-based audio devices. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: Plug and Play, Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Recommendation: If you don't have a sound card you can stop it.

18.Windows Image Acquisition(WIA)

Stisvc (Windows Image Acquisition Service). Provides image capture services for scanners and cameras. If the scanner and digital camera have WIA support inside, you can see the image file directly, no need for other drivers. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Recommendation: Stop users without scanners and digital cameras.

19.Windows Management Instrumentation Driver Extensions

Wmi (Windows Management Instrumentation Driver Extension Service). Exchange system management information with the driver. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: None

Recommendation: An extension of the WMI service that provides information usage and startup.

20.Windows Time

W32Time (Windows Time Settings). Maintain time and date synchronization for all clients and servers on the network. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: None

Recommendation: Depending on the situation, start.

21.Wireless Zero Configuration

WZCSVC (Wireless Configuration Service). Provide automatic configuration for your 802.11 adapter. The service process is named Svchost.exe.

Dependencies: NDIS Usermode I/O Protocol, Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Recommendation: Depending on the situation, start.

22.WMI Performance Adapter

WmiApSrv (WMI Performance Adapter Service). Provide program performance library information from WMI HiPerf. The service process is named Wmiapsrv.exe.

Dependencies: Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Recommendation: Depending on the situation, stop.