If you have Vista, click the start menu. At the very bottom is the “start search” block. Type in “msconfig” there. You will get an instant response and in the “start up” tab, can check or uncheck all the annoying or wanted programs of your choice.
Like, you can get rid of all the HP adviser crap, photo printers, etc, and speed your boot up greatly.
Thanks.
2001 Dell running WinME in dialup connection. I’m used to its quirks, just looking to cut processor time as well as intrusive software (Kodak, f’rinstance).