The Windows Update service could not be stopped

If you are trying to stop Windows Update service using Command Prompt, but you receive a message The Windows Update service could not be stopped, here is what you can do to stop the Service. This message appears only when […]

Windows could not connect to the System Event Notification Service

The process of logging in to a computer running Windows is not so simple. Windows OS has built a mechanism in such a manner that malware or third-party intervention would not compromise access to the system. This mechanism is supported […]

The executable program that this service is configured to run in does not implement the service

If you receive Error 1083, The executable program that this service is configured to run in does not implement the service while starting a service using the Windows Services Manager; then this post will help you troubleshoot the problem. As […]

Which Windows 10 Services can you safely disable?

Windows 10 has many Services to make sure that the operating system functions smoothly. While it is best to leave the Service configuration at their default values, there are some performance & tweak enthusiasts who want to make their Windows […]

Fix Windows Management Instrumentation error 1083

There can be instances where upon attempting to open a Windows Service such as Windows Management Instrumentation, you get the error with the following message – Error 1083: The executable program that this service is configured to run in does […]

DHCP Client Service gives Access Denied error in Windows 10

The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a client/server protocol which essentially makes it possible to connect to the internet over Ethernet or WiFi. If you receive an error message “Windows could not start the DHCP client on Local Computer,” or […]

Windows couldn’t connect to the ProfSVC service

Some users report an error that says Windows couldn’t connect to the ProfSVC service. This is usually encountered when someone is trying to log in to their User Accounts. This error is triggered when the User Profile is corrupt or when […]

Windows could not start the Diagnostic Policy Service

When you attempt to run a Windows Service such as Diagnostic Policy Service, you may receive the following error message – Windows could not start the Diagnostic Policy Service. In this post, we will see what you can do if […]

Windows could not start the Windows Update service on Local Computer

If you are trying to start the Windows Update service, but you see an error message Windows could not start the Windows Update service on Local Computer, Error 87, The parameter is incorrect, here are some solutions you can try. […]

What is Update Orchestrator Service in Windows 10

Software updates are a very crucial part of any modern device. Updates bring in new features, removes vulnerabilities and makes the devices more secure. Windows 10 too, gets Windows Updates which make sure you are always secure and running the […]

Print Spooler Service Error 1068, The dependency service or group failed to start

The Print Spooler Service in the Windows operating system is responsible for managing all print jobs and handles interaction with the printer, and if it ceases to run, you would be unable to print anything from your system. In such […]

The local Print Spooler service is not running

The Print Spooler Service is not running in Windows 10

The Print Spooler Service is responsible for managing print jobs which are in turn meant for the printer to handle. If this service ceases to work, the printer won’t print documents and it might be that the system won’t detect […]

Locate Windows Services that delay Startup

How to identify Windows Services delaying Shutdown or Startup

We all have read articles online about speeding up our Windows computers. Today I am focusing on one item that can cause your Windows computer to shut down or startup slowly – and those are Windows Services. If some Service […]

Windows Update Medic Service (WaaSMedicSVC) in Windows 10

What is the Windows Update Medic Service (WaaSMedicSVC) in Windows 10? Why do you get Access is Denied message when you try to disable it? How can you disable Windows Update Medic Service? This post tries to answer these questions. […]

Error: The service cannot accept control messages at this time

As a Windows 10 user you might come across the error message, Error 1061 The service cannot accept control messages at this time while starting or trying to run a program. This happens because the Application Information Service does not […]

Windows could not start the Software Protection service on Local Computer

If you are running Microsoft Office but receiving an error message that says Microsoft Office cannot retain or find your license key and hence it is closing automatically, you will see another error message – Windows could not start the […]

How to find the Dependencies of a Windows Service

Windows Services are one of the most important cores of Windows operating system. They work in the background doing a lot of work including updating your system, keep running the clicks, run background tasks and so on. That said, different […]

Windows Installer not working properly in Windows 10

Windows Installer is a core service which manages installations of everything in Windows including apps, features, and many other things. If for some reason, it breaks, you will be stuck with new installations and even upgrades of apps. In this […]

Service Host State Repository Service high CPU usage issue in Windows 10

If you have just installed Windows 10, and are facing freezing problem after opening Microsoft Edge, then it could be because the State Repository Service is consuming a lot of CPU resources at a time. This is a common problem […]

How to export Windows Services list using command line

You can use the Command Prompt or the Get-Service PowerShell cmdlet t0 generate a list of Running or Stopped Windows Services. This post will show you how you can generate a list of Windows Services running on your Windows 10/8/7 […]

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