Not have programs automatically start

[Guest]

I have only had my new computer that has Windows XP for a few weeks. I have
several programs that are loading automatically when I start up my computer.
When I had Windows 98, I could put in "ms config" and then I clicked on a box
that would stop programs from automatically starting. How do I stop that in
Windows XP?

 

[Doug Knox MS-MVP]

The best place is within the program's own options. Check there, first. If that doesn't work, click Start, Run and enter MSCONFIG. Go to the Startup tab. Just like 98.

 

[Malke]

I have only had my new computer that has Windows XP for a few weeks. I
have several programs that are loading automatically when I start up my
computer. When I had Windows 98, I could put in "ms config" and then I
clicked on a box
that would stop programs from automatically starting. How do I stop that
in Windows XP?

The same way as you did in Win98:

1. Always look in the program's preferences first. Most programs have the
option to start with Windows. Uncheck that.

2. If you come across a program that is poorly written and doesn't have the
option, you can use the System Configuration Utility just like you did with
Win98.

Start>Run>msconfig [enter]

This brings up the System Configuration Utility. Look on the Startup tab and
find the probable culprit. Uncheck the box next to its name, Apply and OK
out. You don't need to restart immediately, but the next time you do you'll
get a dialog saying you've used the Utility. Just tick the box that says in
effect, "don't bother me about this again".

Malke

 

[JS]

Try Autoruns from SysInternals:
http://www.sysinternals.com/Utilities/Autoruns.html
This will show all apps/etc. that load/run when you first boot.

It's a bit more complicated than MS Config but once you get to know it you
will have a lot of control over what starts.

JS

 

[Bruce Chambers]

I have only had my new computer that has Windows XP for a few weeks. I have
several programs that are loading automatically when I start up my computer.
When I had Windows 98, I could put in "ms config" and then I clicked on a box
that would stop programs from automatically starting. How do I stop that in
Windows XP?

In exactly the same way.

In most cases, with "well-mannered" applications, it's usually as
simple as opening the undesired program and deselecting the option to
"display icon in the system tray" or to "start when Windows starts."

Look in the C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start
Menu\Programs\Start Up and C:\Documents and Settings\username\Start
Menu\Programs\Start Up folders, and in the system registry, primarily in
the HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run and
HKCU\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run keys.

How to Troubleshoot By Using the Msconfig Utility in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;310560


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[Ken Blake, MVP]

I have only had my new computer that has Windows XP for a few weeks.
I have several programs that are loading automatically when I start
up my computer. When I had Windows 98, I could put in "ms config" and
then I clicked on a box that would stop programs from automatically
starting. How do I stop that in Windows XP?

Others have already posted that msconfig also exists in Windows XP. Let me
just add that"msconfig" is one word, not the two separate words you posted
above, "ms config." You may already know this, and the above is just a typo,
but just in case.

 

[Guest]

Thank you so much!
Harriet

The best place is within the program's own options. Check there, first. If that doesn't work, click Start, Run and enter MSCONFIG. Go to the Startup tab. Just like 98.

 

[Guest]

Thanks!

Others have already posted that msconfig also exists in Windows XP. Let me
just add that"msconfig" is one word, not the two separate words you posted
above, "ms config." You may already know this, and the above is just a typo,
but just in case.

 

[Ken Blake, MVP]

Thanks!

You're welcome. Glad to help.

 

[Guest]

It is a bit more complicated. I downloaded it. It is a zipped file. I will
have to look more closely on how to use it. Thanks so much for the
information.
Harriet

 

[Doug Knox MS-MVP]

You're welcome

 

[JS]

Take your time and see if you like it.

Good Luck and thanks for replying.
JS