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system configuration utility allows you to control which
programs are auto-loaded when you START your system each
time. If
you are unsure what changes are going to be made or what
effect the
changes will have, you should ask an expert. Always back-up
your system
files before making changes to ensure you can undo the
changes you have
made. The
system configuration utility is called msconfig, and is
included in
all versions of Windows operating systems. To run msconfig,
click on
Start, then click on Run. Type in msconfig, and then click
OK. |
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To prevent unwanted programs from
running each time you start your computer, go the the
Startup tab in the system
configuration utility and uncheck the box that corresponds
to the
program you want to stop from loading. Some programs need
to have a
small portion loaded at startup, so do not remove or check
boxes until
you are sure you do not need the program auto-loaded. For
a
comprehensive list of programs that may appear in your
startup tab list,
check the following websites to view the requirements for
safe removal and additional information about each startup
item.
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