winmgmt.exe

The winmgmt.exe process(Windows® Management Instrumentation) is a core component of the client management on Windows Operating System. It is used by system administrators to create Windows management scripts, for example, scripts that handles the user accounts on a server. It aims to provide management information and control when the first client application connects or when management applications request its services continuously. Clent managers can employ WMI to query and set information on desktop systems, applications, networks and other enterprise components. 

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The execution of winmgmt.exe process is not essential to the operation of the system; however, the existence is required for essential applications to work properly. It is recommended not to be disabled unless suspected to be causing problems. Normally, the winmgmt.exe file is located in the folder C:\WINDOWS\System32\Wbem. In other cases, winmgmt.exe is a virus, spyware, trojan or worm

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no user		Winmgmt.exe is a core component of client management in Windows. This process initializes when the first client application connects or continuously when management applications request its services. Windows® Management Instrumentation (WMI) is a component of the Microsoft® Windows® operating system that provides management information and control in an enterprise environment. By using industry standards, managers can use WMI to query and set information on desktop systems, applications, networks, and other enterprise components. Developers can use WMI to create event monitoring applications that alert users when important incidents occur. 0 0 Report Abuse
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