Microsoft Policy Platform
What is Microsoft Policy Platform? (from Microsoft)
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Overview
Microsoft Policy Platform is a program developed by Microsoft. The most used version is 1.1.2927.0, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. The software installer includes 13 files and is usually about 3.31 MB (3,472,384 bytes). In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 7 (SP1) as well as Windows 10. While about 43% of users of Microsoft Policy Platform come from the United States, it is also popular in Canada and Australia.
Program details
URL: technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/gg682042.aspx
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\microsoft policy platform
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /X{2E6508A0-92B5-46B8-B378-1288D583E1EB}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Estimated size: 3.31 MB
Language: English (United States)
Files installed by Microsoft Policy Platform
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aeinv.dll - Application Experience Program Inventory Component
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filefolder.dll - Microsoft® File and Folder Attribute Provider (Microsoft CorporationFile and Folder Attribute Provider)
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environmentprovider.dll - Microsoft(R) Policy Platform (Microsoft(R) Policy PlatformEnvironment Provider)
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lpa.dll - Microsoft(R) Policy PlatformLocal Policy Authority
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lpp.dll - Microsoft(R) Policy PlatformPolicy Processor
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policyhost.exe - Microsoft(R) Policy PlatformService Host
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registryprovider.dll - Microsoft(R) Policy PlatformRegistry Provider
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softwareinventoryprovider.dll - Microsoft(R) Policy PlatformSoftware Inventory Provider
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sqlcecompact35.dll - Microsoft SQL Server Compact (Database Repair Tool (64-bit))
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sqlceer35en.dll - Native Error Strings and Resources
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sqlceoledb35.dll - OLEDB Provider (64-bit)
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sqlceqp35.dll - Query Processor (64-bit)
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sqlcese35.dll - Storage Engine (64-bit)
Behaviors exhibited
Service
- policyhost.exe runs as a service named 'Microsoft Policy Platform Processor' (lppsvc).
How do I remove Microsoft Policy Platform?
You can uninstall Microsoft Policy Platform from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program Microsoft Policy Platform, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove Microsoft Policy Platform.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 60%
Win 7 7%
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HOW IT RUNS
Windows Service? Yes
(Installs a service)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 4%
Keep it 96%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 7 |
66.67% |
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| Windows 10 |
26.67% |
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| Windows Vista |
6.67% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 7 Professional |
40.00% |
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| Windows 8.1 Pro |
13.33% |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate |
13.33% |
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| Windows Vista Ultimate |
6.67% |
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| Windows 10 Pro |
6.67% |
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| Windows 8 Pro |
6.67% |
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Geography
42.86% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
42.86% |
| Canada |
14.29% |
| Australia |
9.52% |
| Chile |
4.76% |
| South Africa |
4.76% |
| France |
4.76% |
| India |
4.76% |
| Netherlands |
4.76% |
| Italy |
4.76% |
| United Kingdom |
4.76% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Hewlett-Packard |
53.85% |
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| Dell |
15.38% |
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| Acer |
7.69% |
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| Intel |
7.69% |
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| Lenovo |
7.69% |
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| ASUS |
7.69% |
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Common models |
| HP Z400 Workstation |
7.14% |
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| HP EliteBook 6930p |
7.14% |
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| Dell OptiPlex 780 |
7.14% |
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| Dell Latitude E5520 |
7.14% |
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| Microsoft Corporation Vir... |
7.14% |
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| HP-Pavilion NY556AA-ABL e... |
7.14% |
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About Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation develops, manufactures, licenses and supports a variety of products and services related to computing.
Publisher URL: www.microsoft.com