An explanation of the Protected Storage (ProtectedStorage) service in Windows 7.
What does the Protected Storage (ProtectedStorage) service do?
The Protected Storage (ProtectedStorage) service securely stores sensitive data like passwords on your computer. This service is responsible for saving passwords for websites and software like Outlook.
Protected Storage (ProtectedStorage) service details
- Service name: ProtectedStorage
- Description: Provides protected storage for sensitive data, such as passwords, to prevent access by unauthorized services, processes, or users.
- Path to executable:
C:\windows\system32\lsass.exe - Startup type: Manual
Does my computer need the Protected Storage (ProtectedStorage) service?
Your computer does need the Protected Storage service to run.
Should I disable the Protected Storage (ProtectedStorage) service?
First off, I have to say that it’s best to leave service optimization up to Microsoft. With that said; I would leave the Protected Storage service alone. If you disable this service you won’t be able to store passwords on your computer.
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First off, I have to say that it’s best to leave service optimization up to Microsoft. < yes because they have prove to not add useless crap in the past 15+ years
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