MSsearch service

[MrRetro]

Do I need the MSsearch service running in order for sql2k to function properly ?
Is the MSsearch service much like the fast find service was ? and will turning it off free up resources on my sql box ?
Could the MSsearch service be sucking all my memory.

Vague questions I know but I am just starting to look at why our machine is periodically slowing down and noticed this service running.

Thanks in advance.

 

[mrdenny]

MSSearch is used for full text indexing. It shouldn't be using much memory. It shouldn't be using any cpu unless you are doing full text searches.

Denny

--Anything is possible. All it takes is a little research. (Me)