You could break something important.

Should You Delete a Windows Service?

When you delete a service, it’s gone—and services can bea real pain to get back.

Command Prompt open on Windows 11

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TakeCTFMonand the associated service for example.

On Windows 10 (and earlier) you could disable it and only experience minor inconvenience.

However, on Windows 11, removing it would probably render your system unusable.

Launch the "Services" utility from the Start Menu.

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In the “Services” window, scroll down and find the service you’re after.

Right-nudge the service and choose the “Properties” option.

Right-click the service you want delete, then click "Properties."

If you’re using Windows 11, you’re free to just launchWindows Terminalas admin instead.

opt for Start button, then search for “PowerShell” or “Command Prompt.”

Note the value in the "Service Name" field.

PowerShell when a service has successfully been deleted.

Services Window with the example service removed.