How to Start/Stop Program Compatibility Assistant Service
Service name: PcaSvc
Display name: Program Compatibility Assistant Service
Description:
This service provides support for the Program Compatibility Assistant (PCA). PCA monitors programs installed and run by the user and
detects known compatibility problems. If this service is stopped, PCA will not function properly.
Path to executable:
C:\Windows\system32\svchost.exe -
Msconfig:
This method shows you how to Start/Stop Program Compatibility Assistant Service from starting with the operating system using
System Configuration
Please perform the following steps:
Please go to Start and click on the Search programs and files
Type msconfig and press Enter
In System Configuration please go to Services tab and locate Program Compatibility Assistant Service
Uncheck the box to prevent this service to start and then press OK to finish
Any change make in System Configuration will be apply after restart