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    15x(svchost.exe) - Is this normal?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by octavia, Aug 29, 2008.

  1. octavia

    octavia Notebook Evangelist

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    There are 15 instances of svchost.exe in system, local service and network service. I am working on a DTP project so I have a whole bunch of utilities and apps running at the same time. But 15 instances? Is that normal :confused:

    Edit: I don't know how relevant this is but I have an HP dv6700t with Vista Home Premium and 3Gb of RAM.
     
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  2. stewie

    stewie What the deuce?

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    Yes it's normal.

    Right-clck a svchost.exe process, click "Go to Services", and you will see what services are in that process.

    You can also add a Command Line column to show the full command line, including the parameters or switches used to launch the process:

    View -> Select Columns -> Check the box for "Command Line"
     
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  3. octavia

    octavia Notebook Evangelist

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    Thank you for your reply.
     
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