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WebClient

Default Description:

Enables Windows-based programs to create, access, and modify Internet-based files. If this service is stopped, these functions will not be available. If this service is disabled, any services that explicitly depend on it will fail to start.

Additional Information:

I have not found a reason to have this service running. I have a hunch that this is going to be required for Microsoft's ".Net Software as a service." For security reasons, I recommend for this service to be disabled. If some MS products, such as MSN Explorer, Media Player, NetMeeting or Messenger fail to provide a particular function, try to enable this service to see if it is "required" for your configuration. Developers using WebDAV may also need this for remote connectivity.

Defaults Startup Type:

Default XP Home: Automatic
Default XP Pro: Automatic

Other Settings:

Safe Setting: Disabled

Service Names:

Service Name (registry): WebClient

Display Name: WebClient

Default Path and Command Line Options:

C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe -k LocalService

Log On As:

Account: NT AUTHORITY\LocalService

Dependencies:

What service WebClient needs to function properly:

• WebDav Client Redirector

What other service require WebClient to function properly:

• None