NET HELP PAUSE: suspends a Windows service or resource. Pausing a service puts it on hold.

The `NET PAUSE` command is used on the Windows command line to pause the execution of a network service or resource. Here are examples of using this command: Example 1: Pausing a specific service

net pause "service name"

Description: This command pauses the specified network service named "service_name". Make sure you use the actual name of the service. Example 2: Pausing all network services

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Description: This command pauses all active network services on the computer. Use this command with caution as pausing all services may affect the operation of the system. Example 3: Pausing a Printer

net pause "printer name"

Description: Here the specified printer with the name "Printer Name" is paused. Make sure you use the actual name of the printer. Example 4: Pausing a shared folder

net pause "share name"

Description: This command pauses the share named "sharename". This can apply to shared folders or resources. Example 5: Pausing a network device

net pause "device name"

Description: Here the specified network device with the name "device name" is paused. Example 6: Pausing a service on a remote computer

net pause "ServiceName" /s \\RemoteComputer

Description: This command allows you to pause a network service named "service_name" on a remote computer. Replace "RemoteComputer" with the actual name of the remote computer. Example 7: Pausing a service and viewing information

net pause "Service name" && net start "Service name" && net continue "Service name"

Description: This command pauses a service, then restarts it and resumes it. This can be useful for checking the service's response to various conditions. Please note that the exact service or resource names may vary depending on your system configuration. Use `NET PAUSE /?` to check the specific options and syntax details for your version of Windows.

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The syntax of this command is:


NET PAUSE 
service


NET PAUSE suspends a Windows service or resource. Pausing a service
puts it on hold.

service             Is the service to be paused.
                    For example, one of the following:
                    NET LOGON
                    NT LM SECURITY SUPPORT PROVIDER
                    SCHEDULE
                    SERVER
                    WORKSTATION

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When using the `NET PAUSE` command on the Windows command line, you should note the following points: 1. Administrative Privileges: - Pausing services typically requires administrative permissions. Make sure you open Command Prompt as an administrator to access all necessary resources. 2. Use correct syntax: - Be sure to use the correct syntax for the `NET PAUSE` command. Incorrect syntax can lead to errors. You can use `NET PAUSE /?` to check the specific options and syntax details. 3. Operational Impact: - Pausing a service may affect the operation of the system or services required by other applications or users. Use the command with caution and understand the impact on your system. 4. Check dependencies: - Note that pausing a service may affect other dependent services. Check the service's dependencies before pausing it. 5. Services Required: - Make sure you do not pause essential system services that are required for the system to function properly. 6. Undoing the action: - Consider how to unpause a service if necessary. Use the `NET CONTINUE` command to resume running a paused service. 7. Logging: - Log actions such as pausing services to track changes and provide future review. 8. Use in scripts or automation: - When using `NET PAUSE` in scripts or automation, check that your script includes appropriate checks and logging to minimize unwanted effects. 9. Version Compatibility: - The availability of certain options and the behavior of the command may vary depending on the version of Windows. Make sure your commands are compatible with the specific version of the operating system. 10. Safety Guidelines: - Be aware of security policies and requirements in your environment, especially when making changes to services. By paying attention to these points, you can use the `NET PAUSE` command safely and effectively in your environment. It is important to be aware of the potential impact and plan carefully before pausing system services.