Manages audio devices for Windows-based programs. If this service is stopped, audio devices and effects will not function properly. If this service is disabled, any services that explicitly depend on it will fail to start.
This service is required if you wish to hear any audio at all. If your computer does not have a sound card, disable this service.
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Default XP Pro x64: Automatic
Safe Setting: Automatic
Service Name (registry): AudioSrv
Display Name: Windows Audio
C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe -k netsvcs
Account: Local System Account
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