SP 52453: Disable the “Distributed Transaction Coordinator Service” for performance and security

Symptom: The “Distributed Transaction Coordinator Service” coordinates transactions that span multiple resource managers, such as databases, message queues, and file systems. This service is rarely used by most common users. Disabling this service can significantly increase your computer’s performance and also prevent any Remote Service Attack.
Resolution: This change will examine the system registry and modify the settings to disable the “Distributed Transaction Coordinator Service”.
Additional Information: Do not disable this service if you are using Message Queuing.
Category: Startup , Service , Performance

1. Automatic search for network printers and folders is enabled
2. Disable the “Distributed Link Tracking Client” service to improve system boot
3. Disable the “HID Input Service” to improve system performance
4. Disable the “NT LM Security Support Provider Service” to improve system performance
5. Disable the “Net Logon” service to improve system performance

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