svchost.exe (WXP)

[absonic]

Being new to XP i am unsure as to the function of 'svchost.exe' and whether it is essential for internet browsing.
I have given it internet access permissions in my firewall but it is continually asking for server rights.
Should i grant or should i not? That is the question!!
Thnx in advance.

Any help much appreciated.Thanks in advance.
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[TonyKlein]

The following articles explain the function of Svchost.exe well:

<a target="_blank" href=http://www.igknighttec.com/Windows/WindowsXP/svchost_exe.php>What is SVCHOST.EXE?</a>

<a target="_blank" href=http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;Q314056>A Description of Svchost.exe in Windows XP (Q314056)</a>

Cheers, Tony

[absonic]

Hmm..... Thank you Tony.
I wont pretend i understand them but thank you.
However, im still unsure as to whether or not i should permit the file to act as a server. what would you recommend please?
Thank you.

Any help much appreciated.Thanks in advance.
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[TonyKlein]

As a rule of thumb, don't allow any application to act as a server, unless you absolutely need it, and the program won't function otherwise,

[absonic]

Ok, understood.
Thank you very much.

Any help much appreciated.Thanks in advance.
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[TonyKlein]

You're welcome. :)