Operating SystemsQuestion 18 of 100
In Windows, which utility lets you start, stop, and set the startup type (Automatic, Manual, Disabled) of background services?
a.Task Scheduler
b.Device Manager
c.Services (services.msc)
d.Disk Cleanup
Explanation
The Services console (services.msc) manages background services, including their state and startup type. Task Scheduler runs tasks on triggers, and Device Manager manages hardware drivers.
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