How to close unneccessary programs and processes on Windows XP?

[Guest]

Hi

Does any one know how to close unneccessary programs and processes on
Windows XP Home Edition operating system?

Much help appreciated.

Thanks.

Sincerely,
Egan

 

[M and D]

I usually close programs by clicking on the red 'X' in the upper right corner of the window.

I don't bother with the processes since i don't know enough about them, and actually I'm happier that way. I just keep my computer well maintained and protect it from malware.

Steven

 

[Jim]

Hi

Does any one know how to close unneccessary programs and processes on
Windows XP Home Edition operating system?

Much help appreciated.

Thanks.

Sincerely,
Egan

A better question is how do you know that a program is unnecessary?
Jim

 

[TaurArian [MS-MVP]]

All about disabling programs at startup
http://www.pacs-portal.co.uk/startup_content.php
http://www.answersthatwork.com/Tasklist_pages/tasklist.htm

Also see:
www.dougknox.com
Win XP Utilities, Startup Programs Tracker. This utility tracks the common startup
vectors and will show you what is loading at startup and from where. The included
Help gives a brief tutorial with some good information on removing the entries that
the program finds.

 

[Kevin Williams]

A better question is how do you know that a program is unnecessary?
Jim

You could try Task Manager by using the control alt delete keys . I am
assuming Home Edition has it. Or try using Process Explorer from
www.sysinternals.com