How do I disable startup programs in Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7?
If you are operating Microsoft Windows 2000, please consult Microsoft Knowledge Base article 244905 at http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;244905. In Microsoft Windows XP, click Start -> Run. Type msconfig in the text box and then click OK. Once the System Configuration Utility window opens, click the Services tab. Check the Hide All Microsoft Services checkbox. Uncheck the services you do not which to run. When finished, click the Startup tab, then uncheck the programs you do not wish to load at startup. Please only uncheck services and/or programs you know are not required for your operating system. In Microsoft Windows Vista / 7, click Start then type msconfig in the text box and then click on it once it appears. Once the System Configuration Utility window opens, click the Startup tab. Uncheck the programs you do not wish to load at startup. Please only uncheck programs you know are not required for your operating system.
