system configuration utility/startup folder

[Guest]

after installing and uninstalling programs the startup folder in the system
configuration utility becomes a mess
i was wondering if there is a way to clean it without reinstalling windows XP
thanks

 

[Guest]

Well I'm not too sure how familiar you are with the registry.

But if you look at the columns in the msconfig utilties startup tab , you
can find which key that app might have used to start-up.

Most likely HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
OR
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run

If you are certain that the application is no longer in use then you can
nail it in one of the above keys.
I'd also suggest having a look at your program files folder , if you do not
plan on reinstalling the package , you can free up some clutter here too.

I'm not sure of any apps that can pick up orphan reg-keys like these , I'm
not fond of the damage most regitry cleaning tools cause , but maybe I'm the
only one.

 

[Karl Strausser]

Ultimate Troubleshooter @ Answersthatwork.com

Karl

after installing and uninstalling programs the startup folder in the
system
configuration utility becomes a mess
i was wondering if there is a way to clean it without reinstalling
windows XP
thanks

 

[Cajunswabbie]

after installing and uninstalling programs the startup folder in the
system
configuration utility becomes a mess
i was wondering if there is a way to clean it without reinstalling windows
XP
thanks

If you are talking about WIN XP MSCONFIG try this link:
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm Line 148 Right Hand column.

Cajunswabbie

 

[Guest]

Hi Planet78:
Read my post (from StanTheMan). I hope it helps, if you haven't already
found help.
Take care.

 

[Guest]

Hi Karl:
Read my post (StanTheMan).
Let me know if it helped you, if you haven't already found help.
Take Care.

 

[Guest]

Hi Cajunswabbie:
Read my post (StanTheMan).
I hope it helps you, if you haven't already found help.
Take Care.

 

[Guest]

Hi Savage:
Read my post (StanTheMan).
Does this help you, in addition to your helpful advice on where to start?
Let me know.
Take Care.