Before we continue learning about SVCHOST, lets get a small primer on Windows services. This tutorial will clear up this confusion and provide information as to what these processes are and how to find out more information about them.

The confusion typically stems from a lack of knowledge about SVCHOST.EXE, its purpose, and Windows services in general. Watch the Windows Vista and Windows 7 SVCHOST companion video here!Ī very common question we see here at Bleeping Computer involves people concerned that there are too many SVCHOST.EXE processes running on their computer. Watch the Windows XP SVCHOST companion video here!