Maybe some friends ask about "What's RPC DCOM ?", we can say exactly : RPC is an ability to execute code or a program from a remote source ( between client and server ) , and what's the benefits of disabling RPC DCOM ? we can protect ourself against hacking attacks , i said about 4 security holes of this service has been discovered , ok let's explain about another tips and tricks ...
#2 :: NetBIOS over TCP/IP ::
What's does it do ? NetBIOS over TCP/IP is typically used on Windows systems to transport the CIFS protocol (also known as SMB). CIFS is the protocol behind resources sharing (typically, file and printer sharing . So maybe you ask about " why it must be disabled ? " , I have to say most of the time it's one of the best ways for attackers to launch DoS ( Denial of Service ) attacks or crack our administrator password !
How to disable it ?
For each your active Network and Dial-up Connection, select
Properties and choose Properties of Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Click on
the Advanced button, select the WINS tab and check Disable NetBIOS over TCP/IP .