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log on as a service
About this tag
The 'log on as a service' tag on WindowsForum.com covers content related to configuring Windows services to run under specific user accounts. This includes setting service logon credentials, managing service permissions, and troubleshooting issues where services fail to start due to incorrect logon settings. Topics such as using the Services console, sc.exe, and PowerShell to assign or modify the 'Log On As' account for a service are discussed. The tag is relevant for system administrators and advanced users who need to ensure services run with appropriate privileges, particularly in Windows 10 and Windows 11 environments.
Manage Windows Services: Create, Configure & Set Recovery Options (Win10/11)
Difficulty: Intermediate | Time Required: 20 minutes
Introduction
Windows Services run in the background and are used for everything from networking to third‑party utilities. Knowing how to create, configure and set...
admin rights
automation
event viewer
logonasaservice
new service
powershell
recovery options
sc.exe
service configuration
service management
service recovery
services.msc
startup type
troubleshooting
windows 10
windows 11
windows services