Windows 10: Why is there multiple console window host open in the background?

Why is there multiple console window host open in the background? For those that don't know, it's the command prompt running in the background but without a graphical user interface. Is it being used as an attack vector to run viruses on my computer that bypass the antivirus because the commands are being run by a microsoft file? I'm using Windows 10 20H2

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Cortana background task host

Hi,

Cortana background task host is a standard Windows process that may affect a computer's performance. For us to properly assist you in disabling this task, we would like to confirm the following information:

• How and when did the issue start?
• Have you made any recent changes to your device prior to this happening?
• Aside from attempting to disable the Search bar, have you tried any troubleshooting steps to resolve the concern?

Let us know these details so we can move forward to rectifying your query.

 

Can't open any console apps- 0x0000142

Hi,

We need to verify some information first for us to better assist you on your concern about the 0x0000142 error code. Kindly answer these questions:

• When did you start getting the 0x0000142 error code when accessing console apps?
• Were there any changes made on your computer before encountering the issue?
• Can you please tell us what are the console apps that are you attempting to access?
• What are the steps that you've performed when you tried re-installing Windows 10?
  
• Can you please tell us in what stage does the re-installation process failed?

We suggest posting a screenshot of the issue here for us to further investigate your concern.

 

i cant open multiple apps on windows 10

Hi Jacklyn,



Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community, we appreciate your interest in Windows 10. 

 

I understand the inconvenience that you are facing on Windows 10, we will certainly help you with this issue. 



In order to assist you better, I would like to know the following queries:

• 
  What happens when you try to open multiple apps?
  
• 
  What exact error message are you get when you try to open multiple apps?
  
• 
  Are you referring to Windows app or Desktop app?
  
  
  

I would suggest you to try the steps below and check if it helps:

• 
  Open multiple apps that you want.
  
• 
  Right click on the task bar.
  
• 
  From the jump menu select Show all windows side by side.
  

I also suggest you to run app troubleshooter and check if it helps.

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Please get back to us with the above information, so that we can assist you better.



Thank you.