High utilization of Windows host process services: You can do that

If you have a high utilization of Windows host process services, you can often fix this quickly. In this article we have summarized some tips for you.

Windows host process services busy - what to do?

• First, use Windows Update to check if there are updates for your PC. If this is the case, install it.
• Press [Windows] + [R] and type "msconfig" in the box. Confirm with [Enter] and then switch to the "System start" tab.
• Search the list here for startup programs that you do not necessarily need and deactivate them.
• A Windows service may be causing such a load. Open the Control Panel and go to "Administrative Tools"> "Services" and right click on "Windows Update". Select "Exit".
• Then open the "C: \ WINDOWS \ SoftwareDistribution \" folder and delete the contents of the "DataStore", "Download" and "EventCache" folders. You can then start the "Windows Update" service again.

High utilization through Windows host process services: Additional solutions

• A virus may also be busy. Many viruses pretend to be Windows processes. Therefore, scan your PC completely with your antivirus program.
• Start Windows in Safe Mode and see if the problem persists.
• If not, you should uninstall some programs that may be causing this problem.

We have put together more tips for you on how to reduce CPU utilization in the next practical tip.