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# Windows Services




A Windows service is a program managed by Windows that can run in the background without an open application window.




Windows Services instructions, reference material, and troubleshooting.


 


## What should I check before restarting a service?




Check its name, current state, dependencies and the people using it. Restarting a print, database or remote-access service can interrupt other work or your support connection. Use the service guide to inspect the target before making an authorized change.




## Does a stopped service always mean something is wrong?




No. Some services start only when a feature needs them. Compare the service state with the task that fails and any relevant error before changing its startup type. After a change, test the affected feature as well as the service state.


 


## Guides




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### How to Open Windows Services

View Windows background services and their status. 5 min · Easy](https://screensie.com/knowledge-base/windows-administration/windows-services/open-services/)