Using the Stop-Service Cmdlet

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Stopping a Running Service

The Stop-Service cmdlet is used for stopping a service that is currently running. To stop a service, simply call Stop-Service followed by the service name (that is, the name of the service as stored in the registry):

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Alternatively, you can add the -displayname parameter and stop the service using the service display name, the name that appears in the Services snap-in:

Stop-Service -displayname "Bluetooth service"
Stop-Service Aliases

  • spsv