Having seldom used programs automatically launch when you start Windows will slow down system initialization and use unnecessary resources. In addition, programs determined to infect your system will most likely appear in the Startup Programs list.
Note: Removing a program from startup will not delete the program from your hard drive. It will remove only the entry for that program in the Startup Programs list, preventing the program from restarting every time your system does.It is as easy to remove programs from startup as it is to add programs with WinPatrol. If unsure on whether you want the program removed from startup, you can also disable Program Startup and then re-enable it if you change your mind. For programs you do not want starting at Windows launch, it is recommended to remove them from startup.
- Right-click on Scotty in the task manager to launch WinPatrol, selecting "Options".
- Windows Vista Users: Accept any UAC Prompts
- Click the Startup Programs tab in WinPatrol.
- Right-click on the software to be removed from startup and select Remove.
- If the program is currently running, the Remove action will also allow you to shut it down.
- The final prompt will be to click Yes to confirm removing the software from startup:
Related Topics:
Adding Programs to Startup
Disable Program Startup
Using Delayed Start
Scotty, the Windows Watchdog
