Sensor Data Service (SensorDataService) startup type, default configuration, and information
Registry Name:
SensorDataService
Display Name:
Sensor Data Service
Description:
Delivers data from a variety of sensors
For more information, see the Additional Information section.
Default Status:
Stopped
Default Startup Type:
Manual (Trigger Start)
Learn more about the different startup types of Windows services in Microsoft Windows.
Image Path:
C:\WINDOWS\System32\SensorDataService.exe
Dependencies:
The service depends on the following system components to function properly:
- None
System components that depend on this service to function properly:
- None
Log On As:
LocalSystem
Additional Information:
The service supports data acquisition from various sensors, such as cameras, microphones, or biometric devices. It also enables features like Windows Hello, which allows you to sign in with your face or fingerprint.
Windows Service Startup Type:
In Microsoft Windows, Windows services can be configured with different startup types that determine how and when they are started:
- Automatic: The service starts automatically when Windows boots.
- Automatic (Delayed Start): The service starts automatically after the system has finished booting and initial services have started, helping improve startup performance.
- Manual: The service does not start automatically. It must be started by a user or another process when needed.
- Manual (Trigger Start): The service starts manually or in response to specific system events (triggers), such as device insertion or network changes.
- Disabled: The service is prevented from starting, even if required by the system or an application.