Listens for route updates sent by routers that use the Routing Information Protocol version 1 (RIPv1).
With Service Pack 1a, this feature is not available on Windows XP Home or installed by default on Windows XP Pro. However, after the installation of Service Pack 2 or 3, if needed, you may install it later by heading to Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs > Add/Remove Windows Components > Select "Networking Services" > Details button > Check "RIP Listener ".
Default XP Home: Not Installed (Automatic, Started if installed)
Default XP MCE 2005: Not Installed (Automatic, Started if installed)
Default XP Pro: Not Installed (Automatic, Started if installed)
Default XP Tablet PC 2005: Not Installed (Automatic, Started if installed)
Safe Setting: Not Installed
Service Name (registry): Iprip
Display Name: RIP Listener
C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe -k netsvcs
Account: Local System Account
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What other service require RIP Listener to function properly:
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