Which service is NOT required for Sensor Deployment on Windows OS?

The service that is not required for Sensor Deployment on Windows OS is the Web Proxy Service. When deploying a sensor, CrowdStrike Falcon relies on various critical Windows services to ensure proper functionality and network communication.

The Windows Base Filtering Engine (BFE) is essential as it manages firewall and IPsec policies, ensuring that the sensor can interact with the network correctly. The Network Store Interface (NSI) is also crucial; it enables the sensor to manage connections by providing necessary network status information. LM Hosts provides a mechanism that is useful for resolving NetBIOS names, which can also be beneficial for network communications.

On the other hand, the Web Proxy Service is not a requirement for the sensor to function. While a web proxy might assist in routing traffic for certain applications or users, it does not directly affect the fundamental operations of Falcon sensors. The sensor can communicate with CrowdStrike’s cloud management servers and function effectively in environments without a web proxy.