HomeGroup Provider

Description:

Performs networking tasks associated with configuration and maintenance of homegroups. If this service is stopped or disabled, your computer will be unable to detect other homegroups and your homegroup might not work properly. It is recommended that you keep this service running.

Recommended state:

• Manual

Default State:

• Win8: Manual (Trigger Start)
• Win7: Manual

Proces name:

• svchost.exe -k LocalServiceNetworkRestricted (HomeGroupProvider)

Supports:

• none

Depends:

• Function Discovery Provider Host
• Function Discovery Resource Publication
• Network List Service