deleting startups

[Rich Costa]

In older versions of Windows, I was able to regeidt and
delete those startup applications that inserted themselves
needlessly into my setup. I can't figure out how to do
that with xp. I can see the programs in ctl-alt-del, but
how do I delete them?

Thanks.

Rich Costa

 

[Taurarian]

Using Msconfig to shut off Auto-Start programs

.. Click Start, then go to Run, then type in: msconfig
.. Click on the Startup tab at the top, this will show a listing of programs
that auto start when your computer is first booted. If you uncheck the box the
program will no longer auto start and sit in your system tray /notification area
when you boot. You'll need to reboot before this takes effect.

Another way to do this would be to go to the program that is in your system
tray/notification area and you may find the settings to remove them from the
auto start, most programs have this listed in the properties section.

How to Troubleshoot By Using the Msconfig Utility in WinXP
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=310560

 

[Bill]

Be careful what you turn off.
What's needed/What's not:
http://www.pacs-portal.co.uk/startup_pages/startup_full.php
http://www.blackviper.com/WinXP/servicecfg.htm

Bill