How Do You Stop Windows Messenger On Startup?
Windows Live Messenger is a program that enables you to communicate with other users via text and video chats. By default, Windows Live Messenger launches automatically on computer startup, even if you do not intend to use it. However, you can disable this feature easily. There are two different ways to go about it. Click the Windows “Start” menu and select “All Programs” (Windows XP) or “Programs” (Windows Vista or 7). Click “Windows Live Messenger” to launch the application. Logon to your account using your screen name and password. Press the “ALT” key to display the menu bar if you cannot see it. Click the “Tools” button on the menu and click “Options.” Click the “General” tab. Uncheck the “Automatically run Windows Live Messenger when I log on to Windows” option. Click “OK” to save the changes. Windows Live Messenger will longer launch when you start your computer. Click the Windows “Start” menu and click “Run” (Windows XP) or “Start Search” (Windows Vista and 7). Type “msconfig” (
