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Windows Defender

Default Description:

Scan your computer for unwanted software, schedule scans, and get the latest unwanted software definitions.

Additional Information:

What if the unwanted software is Windows Vista? Usually updated once per month using Windows Update, this service scans the system for known vulnerabilities and reports them. If you use any additional software to scan for and identify viri, malware or other unwanted software installations, this service can be disabled.

Additional Reading:

None at this time.

Discussion Topic Link:

Windows Vista Services Forum

Defaults Startup Type:

Default Vista Home Basic: Automatic (Started)
Default Vista Home Premium: Automatic (Started)
Default Vista Business: Automatic (Started)
Default Vista Ultimate: Automatic (Started)

Other Settings:

Safe Setting: Automatic

Service Names:

Service Name (registry): WinDefend

Display Name: Windows Defender

Default Path and Command Line Options:

C:\Windows\System32\svchost.exe -k secsvcs

Log On As:

Account: Local System Account

Dependencies:

What service Windows Defender needs to function properly:

• Remote Procedure Call (RPC) (HB, HP, B, U)
  • DCOM Server Process Launcher (HB, HP, B, U)

What other service require Windows Defender to function properly:

• None (HB, HP, B, U)