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Start-up programs

by BridgetW Feb 17, 2008 9:49PM PST

I want to cut down on some of my start-up programs that aren't necessary. I'm using Vista and I'm not sure which ones I HAVE to have. My initial problem is that I can't even access this area unless Windows Defender is turned on (I use Norton Internet Security and according to Norton, Defender must be turned off so the I/S can run properly. When I installed the I/S, it automatically turned off the Defender). Is there another way I can access the start-up program list?

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Start By Removing Unnecessary Startup 'Services'..

by Grif Thomas Forum moderator Feb 18, 2008 5:00AM PST

Use the chart in the link below and match the "safe" column.. If you need more removed, then try the "tweaked" column.

http://www.blackviper.com/WinVista/servicecfg.htm

As to Norton disabling Windows Defender, it makes sense... Since Norton has an antispyware program of it's own, two "real time" programs running at the same time can cause conflicts.. Whether you want to keep Norton installed then becomes a personal choice..Accessing important sections of the operating system is essential and if you can't temporarily disable Norton's protection so you are able to make changes, I'm not sure I would keep the program.. But that's up to you..

As to accessing the startup programs, have you tried running "msconfig" (without the quotes) from the "Run" line?

Hope this helps.

Grif

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