Process: wuauserv service (Windows Update)
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wuauserv service - General Information
Name:
wuauserv service (Windows Update)
Publisher
Microsoft Corporation
Product:
Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Default location:
%windir%\system32\svchost.exe
wuauserv service - Description and Recommendation
Checks for and downloads updates for Windows and other Microsoft software, as well as certain drivers.
This service should normally be set to start automatically to ensure the timely delivery of updates. If disabled entirely, it may not be possible to update your computer.
wuauserv service - Uninstall Techniques