The service svchost.exe is not a separate service but is used to "host" other services. You need to determine what the hosted service is. You may be able to identify the culprit in event viewer, so check there.
One of the most common svchost.exe problem children is Windows Update. You could try disabling updates in system properties. If that solves the problem, then you'll need to run updates manually from time to time.
Well I've tried that along with the running my security system and I STILL get that annoying svchost.exe - application error popup. Any other suggestions? I was told to possible try to repair operating system but when I get to the windows recovery command screen I have no idea what command to use to repair file or how to type it in. Do I need to delete a registery or something? Thanks in advance
2freedom
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December 31st, 2009 05:00
Wow osprey4, that was fast. I will use your advise and let you know what happens. Thanks!
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December 31st, 2009 05:00
Hi, 2freedom:
The service svchost.exe is not a separate service but is used to "host" other services. You need to determine what the hosted service is. You may be able to identify the culprit in event viewer, so check there.
One of the most common svchost.exe problem children is Windows Update. You could try disabling updates in system properties. If that solves the problem, then you'll need to run updates manually from time to time.
2freedom
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January 9th, 2010 19:00
Thanks for the advice. I had to disable the Windows Updater to solve the problem.
2freedom
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February 24th, 2010 07:00
Well I've tried that along with the running my security system and I STILL get that annoying svchost.exe - application error popup. Any other suggestions? I was told to possible try to repair operating system but when I get to the windows recovery command screen I have no idea what command to use to repair file or how to type it in. Do I need to delete a registery or something? Thanks in advance