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AeLookupSvc Service on Windows Vista
What is service "AeLookupSvc" on Windows Vista? "AeLookupSvc" is a system service with the display name: "Application Experience". "AeLookupSvc" processes application compatibility cache requests for applications as they are launched. If disabled, you may not be informed of compatibility issues with...
2017-02-09, 155405🔥, 4💬

💬 2017-01-19 FYIcenter.com: @Slappy, Thanks for the comment.

💬 2017-01-17 Slappy Slim, USA: . . it is ALSO part of the CEIP (Customer Experience Improvement Program) built directly into ALL new vesions of Windows - this ...

💬 2016-07-24 Alam Deris: very helpful

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Windows Vista Tutorials
Where to find tutorials on using Windows Vista computers? I want to learn how to use Windows Vista more efficiently. Here is a collection of tutorials on using Windows Vista computers by FYIcenter.com team. Introduction of Windows Vista What Is Windows Vista? What Windows Vista Edition Am I Running?...
2017-03-04, 90831🔥, 0💬

wuauserv and wuauserv.dll on Windows Vista
What is service "wuauserv" and library "wuauserv.dll" on Windows Vista? "wuauserv" is a system service with the display name: "Windows Update". "wuauserv.dll" is the library that provides the "wuauserv" service. "wuauserv" is not a system essential service. You can disable it to make your system run...
2016-10-09, 46504🔥, 4💬

💬 2016-10-09 welb: yes,i've found WUASERV to be right pain in the rectum for windows 7

💬 2016-08-23 FYIcenter.com: Hi Birgit, there was a mistake. It has been corrected now. The wuauserv service is not a system essential service.

💬 2016-08-19 Birgit: You give contradictory information. Please explain or correct your text! "wuauserv" is not a system essential service. System es...

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wudfsvc and wudfsvc.dll on Windows Vista
What is service "wudfsvc" and library "wudfsvc.dll" on Windows Vista? "wudfsvc" is a system service with the display name: "Windows Driver Foundation - User-mode Driver Framework". "wudfsvc.dll" is the library that provides the "wudfsvc" service. "wudfsvc" related information: Memory usage: Launchin...
2010-01-01, 46152🔥, 0💬

AEADIFilters and AEADISRV.EXE on Windows Vista
What is service "AEADIFilters" and program "AEADISRV.EXE" on Windows Vista? "AEADIFilters" is a system service with the display name: "Andrea ADI Filters Service". "AEADIFilters" is related to the active noise reduction process, included on Sound Max/SupremeFx Audio Card high definition audio CODEC....
2009-12-31, 34766🔥, 0💬

Services Management Console in Windows Vista
How to access Services Management Console on Windows Vista? Services Management Console is a system administrative tool that allows you to review all installed services on your Windows system. You can also stop, start or disable any services with the Services Management Console. Here is how can acce...
2009-12-24, 14856🔥, 0💬

Disabling Problem Reports and Solutions
How to disable Problem Reports and Solutions? Problem Reports and Solutions is a nice feature of Windows Vista system. But it keeps running in the background and taking CPU and memory resources of the computer. So can I disable Problem Reports and Solutions? Steps to disable or turn off Problem Repo...
2009-08-18, 11410🔥, 0💬

Task Manager to View Processes on Windows Vista
How to access the Task Manager to view running processes? The Task Manager is a system administrative tool that allows you to review all running processes on your Windows system. You can also end any processes with the Task Manager. Here is how you can access the Task Manager and view all running pr...
2009-12-25, 11009🔥, 0💬

Starting Windows Vista in Diagnostic Startup Mode
How to start your system in diagnostic startup mode? If you can not delete delete a file that is causing program to your system because the file in use, you can restart your system in diagnostic startup mode. In diagnostic startup mode, only basic devices and services are loaded. All other programs ...
2009-12-29, 9626🔥, 0💬

What are the recommended settings for Windows Firewall?
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Firewall FAQ - What are the recommended settings for Windows Firewall? We recommend the default firewall settings: • The firewall is on. • The firewall is on for all network locations (Home or work, Public place, or Domain). • The firewall is on for all network co...
2010-01-19, 9383🔥, 0💬

Startup Programs on Windows Vista
How to view programs in the startup folder on Windows Vista? The startup folder holds programs that will be automatically launched during system start up time. The startup folder is a common place where malware leaves programs to harm your systems. Here is how to access the startup folder to view al...
2009-12-28, 9213🔥, 0💬

Services Running on Vista Enterprise Edition
What are basic services running on a Vista Enterprise Edition? The table below gives you a list of basic services running on a Windows Vista Enterprise Edition, Service Pack 1, system. If you are running the same edition, you can compare services running your system against this list. This compariso...
2017-03-04, 8718🔥, 0💬

Configuration View of Startup Programs on Windows Vista
How to access System Configuration to view startup programs? The System Configuration is a system administrative tool that allows you view system configurations, including startup programs. Most virus programs are hidden in your system as startup programs. You should check startup programs regularly...
2009-12-29, 8463🔥, 0💬

User accounts FAQ - An unidentified program wants access to your computer
Windows Vista Security - User accounts FAQ - An unidentified program wants access to your computer An unidentified program is one that doesn't have a valid digital signature from its publisher to ensure that the program is what it claims to be. This doesn't necessarily indicate danger, as many older...
2009-11-17, 8021🔥, 0💬

Disabling Vista Themes (Skins)
How to disable Vista Themes (Skins)? Themes makes your Vista desktop look beautiful. But it takes too much CPU and memory resources of the computer to run it. So can I disable Vista Themes to make my computer run faster? Steps to disable Vista Themes: 1. Click the Windows shortcut key or Vista Orb b...
2009-08-18, 7879🔥, 0💬

What Windows Vista Edition Am I Running?
How to find which edition of Windows Vista I am using? How to find other Windows system information on my computer? To find out which edition of Windows Vista is running on your computer, do the following: Click the Start button Picture of the Start button, right-click Computer, and then click Prope...
2009-12-24, 7851🔥, 0💬

A program needs your permission to continue
Windows Vista Security - User accounts FAQ - A program needs your permission to continue A program that's not part of Windows needs your permission to start. It has a valid digital signature indicating its name and its publisher, which helps to ensure that the program is what it claims to be. Make s...
2009-11-10, 7776🔥, 0💬

new laptop from foreign country
I am looking to buy a new laptop but am traveling full time. As a resident of America I need to know that any laptop I purchase can be set to English on the initial Windows setup. Is this true? I have asked many places and they all have different answers. I just don't want to spend 1000 on a laptop ...
2010-11-26, 7737🔥, 0💬

Firewall FAQ - Allow a program to communicate through Windows Firewall
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Firewall FAQ - Allow a program to communicate through Windows Firewall By default, most programs are blocked by Windows Firewall, to help make your computer more secure. To work properly, some programs might require you to allow them to communicate through the fire...
2010-02-23, 7200🔥, 0💬

What did you announce with the launch of Silverlight 4?
What did you announce with the launch of Silverlight 4? Microsoft Corp. created Silverlight to help companies design, develop and deliver engaging, interactive user experiences for Web, desktop, and mobile applications when online or offline. Silverlight is a free plug-in, powered by the .NET framew...
2010-03-02, 7080🔥, 0💬

Firewall FAQ - Why do multiple instances of the same program appear on the Exceptions tab?
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Firewall FAQ - Why do multiple instances of the same program appear on the Exceptions tab? If you install, uninstall, or re-install a program when you are connected to different networks, several instances of that program can appear on the Exceptions tab. This is b...
2010-02-23, 7036🔥, 0💬

Firewall FAQ - What else besides a firewall do I need to help protect my computer?
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Firewall FAQ - What else besides a firewall do I need to help protect my computer? You should do three things: • Turn on Windows automatic updating and make sure that updates are automatically installed on your computer. • Get a good antivirus program and keep it u...
2010-02-16, 6878🔥, 0💬

Deleting Temporary Files on Windows Vista
How to view and delete temporary files recorded by Windows system? When you use applications or system programs, some temporary files are recorded in the system temporary folder. For security and privacy reasons, you should view and delete those temporary files. Click Start, type "%temp%" in the sea...
2009-12-30, 6865🔥, 0💬

Understanding Windows Firewall settings - Block all incoming connections
Windows Vista - Windows Firewall - Understanding Windows Firewall settings - Block all incoming connections This setting blocks all unsolicited attempts to connect to your computer. Use this setting when you need maximum protection for your computer, such as when you connect to a public network in a...
2010-01-13, 6845🔥, 0💬

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