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Workstation

Default Description:

Creates and maintains client network connections to remote servers. If this service is stopped, these connections will be unavailable. If this service is disabled, any services that explicitly depend on it will fail to start.

Additional Information:

Used to connect local computer to remote computers. Examples may include local network connectivity and File and Print sharing. Many services depend on Workstation to be functioning. Leave it on Automatic for safe configurations.

Additional Reading:

None at this time.

Discussion Topic Link:

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Defaults Startup Type:

Default XP Pro x64: Automatic

Other Settings:

Safe Setting: Automatic

Service Names:

Service Name (registry): lanmanworkstation

Display Name: Workstation

Default Path and Command Line Options:

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

Log On As:

Account: Local System Account

Dependencies:

What service Workstation needs to function properly:

  • None

What other service require Workstation to function properly:

 

Original content created: December 23, 2001

Most recent update: July 1, 2008

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