Improved Startup
Many programs automatically load when you start your computer, even those that you don't need or want. These programs unnecessarily consume valuable active memory and cause your computer to run more slowly.
We highly recommend that you modify your computer's startup configuration so that only the most important programs automatically run (e.g., virus scanning and spyware). Your ability to run desirable programs won't be affected - they will launch as usual.
Follow the steps below to make the change for the Windows XP operating system.
Click on the START button (lower left of screen) |
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Click on Run |
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Type msconfig in the white space in the window that opens Then click OK |
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You will probably see the Normal Startup item selected. Change that option to Selective Startup by clicking in the circle to its left as shown here. Now click on the Startup tab at the top right of the dialog box, |
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In the Startup tab you will see a list of all the programs your computer can launch. Checkmarks in the boxes to the left of the programs indicate which ones will automatically load. We recommend that you disable all but those related to virus or syware protection. |
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Once you have
disabled the programs, click
on the OK button
at the bottom of the dialog
box. |
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You will be advised
that the computer must be restarted.
You may choose to do it now
or later. Click the Restart button
to immediately restart or Exit Without Restart if
you want the operation to occur
the next time the computer starts. |
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When you restart, you'll see this message reminding you that a change to the configuration was made. You will see this message on each subsequent start unless you check the box "Don't show this message..." We recommend that you check the box. |
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