How do I change the Start up's with XP?

[VibrantRedGT]

I can't remember how to change what programs start when I turn my PC on. AIM starts as soon as my computer is turned on. Its annoying me.

 

[zZsKyZz]

Start - Run - Type "Msconfig" (without the quotes) - go to the last tab labeled "Startup" and you'll see checkboxes, just disable the ones you don't want.

 

[rebelleader]

Also in AIMs configuration, you can disable 'run at start up'.

I agree that msconfig is the fastest route. Just record what boxes you uncheck, so that if something doesn't work when you restart your computer you can reverse what you did.

 

[VibrantRedGT]

Thanks....that's what I was looking for.

 

[super302]

good thread...i was wondering about this too

 

[zZsKyZz]

There's also other ways... But that involves getting into regedit...

...And to explain that.. argh.

 

[rebelleader]

There's also other ways... But that involves getting into regedit...

...And to explain that.. argh.

I would never send a novice into the registry. It is way too easy to totally FUBAR your computer in the registry. msconfig should get the jo done.

 

[1slow95]

Spybot also lets you change the startup items just like msconfig. This works great for Win 2K since it doesn't have msconfig.

 

[rebelleader]

Spybot also lets you change the startup items just like msconfig. This works great for Win 2K since it doesn't have msconfig.

Nice Tip



But the poster asked about WinXP.

 

[timeless2]

I can't remember how to change what programs start when I turn my PC on. AIM starts as soon as my computer is turned on. Its annoying me.

You might also disable some other not-so-commonly-used Programs in the Startup panel of MSCONFIG as well to increase performance upon OS load. Just FYI.

 

[VibrantRedGT]

I got rid of 8 start up's that I don't use or would rather manually start (MS Messenger, Quicktime, AIM, etc.). It saves on boot time as well.

 

[1slow95]

Nice Tip



But the poster asked about WinXP.

I know, just thought I'd throw that out there in case someone with Win2K saw this thread.

 

[nmcgrawj]

There's also other ways... But that involves getting into regedit...

...And to explain that.. argh.

Anywhere i can learn about regedit? I've been into computers for a long time...more so the hardware rather than software part of it. But im always looking for more knowledge

 

[rebelleader]

Anywhere i can learn about regedit? I've been into computers for a long time...more so the hardware rather than software part of it. But im always looking for more knowledge

ask and ye shall receive.

http://www.answers.com/main/ntquery?s=getting into regedit... &fw=2&fc=59&gwp=16

 

[zZsKyZz]

Anywhere i can learn about regedit? I've been into computers for a long time...more so the hardware rather than software part of it. But im always looking for more knowledge

Download a program called Virtual PC by microsoft.. It allows you to emulate another OS on your desktop. Install WinXP and **** around with regedit without worrying about breaking anything..cuz' if you do you can just reinstall without messing up your real computer.

 

[SeventyMach1]

Download a program called Virtual PC by microsoft.. It allows you to emulate another OS on your desktop. Install WinXP and **** around with regedit without worrying about breaking anything..cuz' if you do you can just reinstall without messing up your real computer.

I didn't know that .... that's awesome. I've messed around with the registry quite a few times (on a few different computers). I have to say, there are ALOT of things in there that can screw your computer up FOR GOOD. Luckily, I've never messed with those things.

 

[SeventyMach1]

BTW .... where can you find the "HKLM" stuff in the registry? I need to edit some stuff in there .... just can't find it.

 

[rebelleader]

hklm= hkey_local_machine

 

[SeventyMach1]

hklm= hkey_local_machine

Thanks alot! I feel dumb now .....

 

[rebelleader]

Thanks alot! I feel dumb now .....

You would be dumb if you never asked and just gave up.

Asking a question is never dumb. I'm sure there are some things you could tell me that you think are common knowledge, but would be new to me.

Good luck with your reg. And for the love of god, PLEASE back it up before you tamper with it.