net start and net stop: Windows Server service management
net start and net stop are the classic commands to start and stop Windows services. Cerewro uses them to manage IIS, SQL Server, Windows Update services and any other installed service.
List active services
net start
Stop and restart IIS
net stop W3SVC
net start W3SVC
Critical Windows Server services
| Service | Internal name | Use |
|---|---|---|
| IIS | W3SVC | Web server |
| SQL Server | MSSQLSERVER | Database |
| Windows Update | wuauserv | Automatic updates |
| Remote Desktop | TermService | RDP remote desktop |
| DHCP Client | Dhcp | Automatic IP assignment |