Computer Start Up

[sir.prize]

Searching why my computer is very slow, noticed that 14 items were ticked/active in msconfig startup. Spent ages finding out what each one was. Removed ticks against unnecessary progs. Restarted computer and guess what - yep all the ticks are back.

Any help with this one please?

[hc4361]

Did you click 'apply'?

[LochNessMonster]

Download from filehippo.com free software call ccleaner its under popular software top of page. Run it and it will remove items not required and free up speed of you computer. Great free software.

Glad to help Sir ;)

[sir.prize]

Thank you both for your prompt responses. I'm on the case right now . . . .

[Old_Geezer]

Some things check if they ate in start-up when they run and put themselves back there if they aren't there. You may be able to change settings in the applications concerned, or if not, maybe uninstall them ? I'm assuming none of them are malware ?

[sir.prize]

Thanks for the tip Old_Geezer.
I just used ccleaner and it certainly cleared out a load of rubbish. But the ticks still remain in startup System Configuration Utility. They do not appear to be slowing anything down so will now leave well alone. Strange things these PCs.

[VHG]

>>>You need to download and install a Registry Cleaner program

No you don't.

[Fitzer]

In MSCONFIG do you have 'Selective startup' ticked as that's what will read your list of do's and don'ts

[sir.prize]

Currently I have Normal Start up ticked

[Fitzer]

That's your answer then, click selective startup and restart, you'll get a msg when the system comes up again which if memory servers you can just answer yes to and from then on your un-ticked items won't start at reboot

[Nottm_George]

Just had a look at my msconfig start up, how can you tell what the programes are

[hc4361]

Click the 'start up' tab.

If you are using Windows 8 it is in the task manager

[hc4361]

Sorry, George, I completely misread your post.
It's tricky to know what you can safely disable.
Take a screen shot of your start up and maybe we can help you.
The golden rule is NEVER disable anything you are unsure of.

[SlackAlice]

kanikajan

Optimo Pro
is a registry cleaner and only rated at 2/5 stars by some users. Unlikely to assist in the above scenario.

genermcmillan

then try ? what exactly? Format your drive is a bit of overkill!

[SlackAlice]

My post related to the removed answers. AB editor can remove my posts to keep it tidy ☺☺☺

[inafix]

hi guys,i am running xp at the moment but this is ending in april 2014 so i am wondering which OS to use on a new computer.I have a samsung tablet which is miles faster than my comp so I would want something with a bit of speed.

[hc4361]

Inafix - start a new thread so more people will see your problem in the heading