All Windows 8 Default Services and their individual links have been updated with the latest information. “Tweeked” and “Bare-Bones” will be coming “soon”.
Oct 222011
Introduction
This information is in progress and needs to be revised. Sections with “???” are being looked at for accuracy in the table.
To continue my fine tradition of optimizing MS’s latest OS, I have here my findings to date.
Before adjusting your service settings, ensure that your system has already installed all updates by “checking now” for any available updates via Windows Update. At this time, it is best for you to ensure that all services are set to the default values before updating your system.
Breakdown of all changes to date: Windows 8 Information Changelog.
I cannot possibly test all configurations extensively (meaning, each persons specific computer needs), but what I can offer is what “works for me” and the obstacles I have came across so you do not have to discover them on your own.