Hardware and software setup

Starting programs when you turn on your windows 7 computer. How to turn off autorun and autoload through the local group policy editor

We often run the same programs when we start the computer, so to save time, you can specify which programs to run when the OS boots. In this article, I will talk about how to configure autorun in Windows 7.

There are 2 ways to set up autorun in Windows 7. The first one is simpler, so let's start with it.

Setting up Windows 7 autorun through "Start"

Just simply impossible. First you need to go to the menu Start and choose All programs, then look for the folder .

I have a program for WiFi and an auto-switch of the keyboard installed in autoload. You may have something else. The actual autorun setting comes down to deleting or adding shortcuts to this folder.

For convenience, you can right-click on this folder and select "Open" - a folder will open in which you can delete and add shortcuts.

Configuring Windows 7 Autorun via msConfig

To do this, we need to open a more advanced program called msconfig.exe - this can also be done through the menu Start. We open it and in the search period we write msconfig and open the desired program.

will be a list of all programs and services that start when Windows boot 7. But do not rush to disable everything, as these may be important drivers or antivirus. Removing the checkboxes - disable autorun.

Configuring Windows 7 Autorun Through the Registry

List of places where programs are registered that run with different parameters. But be careful in editing and if you haven't dealt with up to this point.

Autostart for all users:

Autostart once for all users:

Autostart only for the current user:

Autostart for current user, but only once:


For example, to configure Skype to start automatically when the current user logs in to Windows 7, you need to open regedit.exe is the registry editor. In the program we go to the section:

and add the following line: “SKYPE.EXE”=”C:\Program Files (x86)\Skype\Phone\skype.exe”

When installing an operating system, or even after buying a new computer, extra programs and applications may be found on the device. The OS can independently write to memory some services that the user may not need at all. Any such software consumes to some extent system resources, and there are always few of them. All this can be removed, thereby improving the performance of the PC. The main thing is to know what can be disabled without serious consequences in the future.

Where do preinstalled programs come from?

Additional software may appear on your computer in several cases. For example, you just bought a computer or laptop, launched it and saw several strange shortcuts on the desktop. Sometimes manufacturers make original "gifts" to buyers. On new laptops and personal computers, software from manufacturers of processors and video cards is often installed. A little less often, programs are installed that are distributed under an agreement with the developers. Very often it happens that a kind of "associated program" is installed.

This means that during the installation of the desired software you did not notice the checkbox (usually hidden in the “advanced installation settings”) and installed an annoying, unnecessary application with it.

Various additions to installation package can also be classified as unnecessary programs. Often these include drivers, according to the developers, necessary for the quality operation of the device. Subsequently, apart from the right drivers, others are installed, "just in case". This also includes unnecessary system services.

Cluttered computer with preinstalled software

Remember that even if your laptop or desktop computer enough free space on the PC hard drive and RAM, then still remove unnecessary programs for security reasons.

Often similar apps they accumulate and send information about the user to their own servers, and the transmission channel for such data is poorly protected. In this case, your confidential information can very easily fall into the hands of ill-wishers.

What applications and processes can be disabled?

Before deleting anything that comes to hand, remember: "Know what you are doing." If the process or program is unfamiliar to you, then first deal with it, find out where it came from on the computer. The situation is similar with disabling system services of the operating system.

Please note that the uninstallation of programs and applications must occur according to traditional system, that is, not through deleting the folder with the program. In this case, you run the risk of clogging HDD information that you will no longer use.

Without serious consequences when working in the future, you can disable the following system services:

Despite this a large number of unnecessary services, there are several extremely important components responsible for the performance of components and many processes on the PC. Never disable or uninstall the following:

How to disable unnecessary processes in Windows 7

Most software can be uninstalled using standard tools and capabilities of the operating system itself. Windows systems 7. The situation when the owner of the computer cannot quickly remove some third-party program is extremely rare (for example, Disable_Windowsupdate.exe). To begin with, it is recommended to generate an operating system restore point.

It may be needed if the user incorrectly removes certain program or system components.

A system restore point is a unique feature of Windows operating systems that allows the user, if necessary, to make a so-called rollback, before making changes. This will require:

  • Open the "Start" menu and right-click on "Computer";

    Select "Computer" and click "Properties"

  • In the list that opens, find "Properties" and go to the "System Protection" tab, which is located in a special menu on the left;

    Select "System Protection"

  • In the window, click on the "Create" button (located next to the "Create a restore point ..." field);

    Create a system restore point

  • Specify the name of your restore point and confirm using the "Create" button.
  • In such a case, the system will indicate the rollback date on its own. If something goes wrong during the procedure for removing unnecessary components or entire programs, then you can return the computer to its previous state.

    Through "Start"

    When installing any program or application, along with the software shell and its functionality, a built-in uninstaller is installed. All the shortcuts that we need in this case will be located in the Start menu. To remove an unnecessary application, perform the following manipulations:

  • Open the "Start" menu, go to "All Programs";

    Select "All Programs" and look for the program we need

  • Specify the directory with the program that you do not need, find the uninstaller and run it;
  • If it is not there, then right-click on the program shortcut and click "Uninstall";

    In the window, click on the link, but do not delete the shortcut

  • A warning will appear, where we will be told that only the shortcut will be removed, but the program itself will remain unharmed. Here you need to click on the link "Programs and Features";

    We are looking for a program and remove it through "Programs and Features"

  • We look for an unnecessary program in the list, select it and click the "Delete" button.
  • Please note that if you delete the shortcut itself, then there will be no effect from this. All data about the program will remain the same, untouched, only you will not be able to run it.

    Through the "Control Panel"

    In the "Control Panel" is a standard tool to remove programs and components. As a result, we should get into the same window that was mentioned in the previous paragraph. This will require:

  • Open the "Start" menu and select "Control Panel" on the right side;

    In "Start" open the "Control Panel"

  • In the window that opens, we only need the item "Programs and Features";

    Launch the Programs and Features utility

  • After clicking, a list of all installed programs will appear. Here we find what we do not need, select and click the "Delete" button.

    We are looking for, select an unnecessary program and click the "Delete" button

  • After removal, it is advisable to restart the personal computer. You can do this later when you remove all unnecessary components and applications.

    Video: removal through the "Control Panel"

    Through the "Task Manager"

    "Task Manager" allows you to work not only with applications, but also with processes, services. The application on Windows 7 can be called by the key combination Ctrl+Shift+Esc.

    Each tab is responsible for certain element systems. Thus, if you go to "Services", you can view all the services that are on your personal computer, including those that are stopped. The current status is displayed in the Status field. With the help of the "Task Manager" you can disable the service, for which you just need to select the one you need, right-click and select "Stop service". You can restart it the same way.

    You can go to a complete, detailed list of all services by clicking on the "Services" button. Here will be detailed description each service, the functions it performs, and the status. The window allows you to change how the service starts, which is done with a click right button mice.

    Full list all computer services

    In the "Task Manager" you can deactivate any process, application that you do not need. Be careful as it displays and system processes, disabling which can lead to problems during operation personal computer. Therefore, disable only those processes that you have an idea about. To work with processes you will need:

  • Launch "Task Manager";
  • Go to the "Processes" tab;

    Disable processes through the "Task Manager"

  • Select the one you don't want and click the "End Process" button.
  • Please note that this forced shutdown is only valid for a specific session of the device. The next time you start the process, it will load automatically.

    Video: cleaning through the "Task Manager"

    Use "System Configuration"

    The System Configuration utility allows you to disable auto-start of unnecessary services and applications after the OS boots. To change the configuration you should:

  • Press the key combination Win + R on the keyboard;
  • In the window, enter the msconfig command;

    We remove unnecessary services and programs through the "System Configuration"

  • A window will appear in which we are interested in two tabs: "Services" and "Startup".

    Disable unnecessary services through "System Configuration"

  • To disable unnecessary services and programs from startup, you just need to uncheck the box on the left opposite the name of the application (service). Click the "Apply" and "OK" buttons to save the changes and exit the utility.

    Programs for removing unnecessary files

    You can save time and use special software that will automatically find and delete unnecessary files on your personal computer.

    A small, easy-to-use program that will improve the performance of your PC by removing old and junk files, including allowing you to get rid of unnecessary software on your computer or laptop. The utility has a simple and intuitive interface.

    We allocate unnecessary programs, start the removal procedure

    During the first activation, the program will require you to confirm license agreement and asks if PC-Decrapifier is being used on this computer for the first time or not? If this is your first time using this utility, it will automatically create a system restore point. After answering this question, the program will analyze the computer and provide you with information about all installed programs, residual files. The only thing you will need to do is highlight the apps you don't need and click on the uninstall button.

    Video: removal via PC-Decrapifier

    CCleaner

    The program is designed to clean the computer from various "garbage". The utility analyzes the information on the device and shows detailed data about all found files, including those inside system registry. With its help, you can easily get rid of unnecessary temporary files. preinstalled programs(even those that are not deleted in a standard way) and find the residual data.

    To remove unnecessary files and programs you should:

  • Run the utility;
  • Go to the tab "Cleaning";
  • Select the Windows tab;

    PC Analysis with CCleaner

  • Press the button "Analysis" and "Cleaning";

    The result of checking the computer with CCleaner

  • Wait for the procedure to complete and repeat the same with the Applications tab.
  • As a result, all old, unused data that you can get rid of will be found.

    If you need any of the found fragments, then uncheck the box next to it and only then click the "Clean" button.

    Video: working with CCleaner

    Easy to use free utility. There is a paid version with an additional set of functions: automatic removal of software when uninstalled by another application, regular check for updates. By and large, users will have enough and free version. With its help, you can analyze the system for old, temporary files, remove them and unnecessary programs.

    To work with the utility, it is enough:

  • Run IObit Uninstaller and wait for the scanning procedure to complete;
  • Select unnecessary programs and components;

    Cleaning your computer with IObit Uninstaller

  • Press the "Delete" button.
  • Video: Uninstall via IObit Uninstaller

    Thus, with the help standard means operating system Windows 7 or additional software, you can improve the performance of your computer, free up hard disk space and provide good protection your device from external threats.

    Hey! Friends, do you know what I do on almost every computer that comes to me? That's right, I'm cleaning the list of startup programs. When I turn on someone else's computer, somewhere in about 80% of cases, I want to cry :). I just can’t watch the process when, along with turning on the computer, another 20 programs are launched, and the computer seems to have already turned on, but you have to wait a few more minutes until you can open the folder, etc.

    As you already understood, I will write about how to remove programs from startup, and thereby speed up the loading of the computer many times over. In the article, I also wrote about autoloading programs, and how to clean up the autoload list. But there I wrote how to do it using programs Total Commander, also with additional utilities, and such a version Total Commander probably only I have :), it is already old.

    I remember I was still uneducated in the computer business, and my computer broke down, Windows went off the campaign, I don’t remember exactly. And I took mine system unit for repairs to a friend. He did everything for me, for only 20 UAH. and then installed this Total Commander (by the way, I set it to autorun, I suffered for a long time until I removed it from there :)) and since then I have been using it, though I only use it to clean the system, there is good utility. Okay, enough memories :), on to the case.

    So in this article I will write about how to remove programs from autorun using a standard utility in Windows. There are many programs for this business, but I understand that you don’t always want to download and install some additional programs, and then also to understand them. Especially if it is possible to do everything with a built-in tool.

    Why clean the list of programs in startup?

    Let's first understand where they come from. Everything is very simple, you install different programs, some you install yourself, and some are installed without your help. Some programs are added to the startup list, and when you turn on the computer, they start themselves. Sometimes it is convenient, and even necessary. It's good when, for example, Skype, antivirus, etc. automatically starts.

    There are programs that start automatically, but you don't need them at all, or you need them very rarely. For example the same DAEMON Tools Lite, great program, but for example, I need it once a month, and I can run it myself. And here it always starts when you turn on the computer. Okay, she would just start, so she also works all the time and eats RAM. And if there are ten such useless programs, or more? This all greatly affects the speed of turning on the computer and its operation.

    I think you have already understood where the startup programs come from and why they themselves start when the computer is turned on. In short, autorun is a list of programs that should start when you turn on your computer.

    Why they need to be removed from there, I think you already understood. All this is done in order to increase the speed of loading the computer and increase the speed of its work. After all, all these programs that are always running, of course, slow down the computer, and sometimes they also quietly use the Internet connection, I wrote about this case in the article.

    So, we clean the startup list and your computer will breathe in a new way! Of course, I turned off unnecessary programs from startup, but I still check from time to time. It happens that garbage appears again in this list.

    How to remove programs that run when you turn on your computer?

    As I promised, we will use the standard tool.

    On Windows 7:"Start", "All programs", “Standard” look for and run the utility “Run”.

    On Windows XP:"Start", "Run".

    In the window that appears, enter the command msconfig and click "Ok".

    A window will open in which we go to the tab. We look at the list and remove all programs that you do not need to autoload.

    Be careful!

    Do not uncheck programs that you do not know. If you want, you can type the name of the program from the list in a search, such as Google, and see what kind of program it is. After checking, you can decide whether to disable it or not.

    As you can see, my startup list is very modest. After you remove all unnecessary (uncheck), click "Apply" and "OK".

    It happens that unnecessary programs can still be among the services. Therefore, in the window that we opened above, go to the “Services” tab. Immediately check the box next to "Do not display Microsoft services". And uncheck unnecessary services. To save the result, click "Apply" and "Ok".

    A message will appear, you can exit without restarting, or restart your computer.

    If you have disabled a decent number of programs and services, then after rebooting you will see how much faster your computer will turn on and work. I hope that my advice will be useful to you and you will use it, since the effect of it is very good. Good luck!

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    How to remove programs from startup (autorun)? Speed ​​up computer boot updated: February 7, 2018 by: admin

    One of the reasons slow work OS are the programs that are present in autorun. As a rule, not all of them are needed for correct Windows work, so some can be removed, which will increase the performance of the computer, it will boot faster and respond to your commands.

    How to turn off autoload Windows programs 7, you will learn further. At the same time, remember that there are service applications, the deactivation of which can lead to malfunctions of the operating system. By clearing the list of automatically included programs, you will notice that it will take significantly less time to boot the OS.

    Why from autorun?

    Many applications that are in the "Autostart" affect the speed of loading the operating system. You probably noticed that a computer that was purchased relatively recently, after a few months, starts not loading so quickly, and also “slows down” during operation.

    After installing various applications, they themselves are added to the "Autorun" without your permission. That is why it is necessary to disable the startup of programs in Windows 7 that you very rarely use, or you do not need them at all. In the process of work, all these applications use computer resources, such as RAM, which affects its performance.

    Of course, not all programs in "Autorun" need to be deleted, since some of them are really needed, but there are those that must be loaded with the OS. So before you clean up your Startup list, make sure you don't disable anything important.

    Why are applications added to "Startup"?

    As mentioned above, many programs are added to the "Startup" on their own. For example, you download an application, and you are offered another one in the load, which, without your permission, is placed in the "Autorun". It's one thing when it's a really necessary program, for example, to control a video adapter. But if you do not need the application, then you need to know how to disable startup programs in Windows 7.

    Often, users add programs that they most often need to Autorun. For example, if you constantly need to be on Skype, you can include it in the startup list. But there are also mandatory applications, such as antivirus or firewall (firewall).

    If you are not satisfied with the launch speed of regular “brakes”, and you cannot find where to disable startup programs in Windows 7, then read about it further.

    How programs

    So, you have decided to get rid of some applications in the "Autostart", but do not know how to do it. In fact, everything is very simple. To see what programs you have there, go to the "Start" menu, open "All Programs" and find the corresponding section, which is called "Startup". By clicking on it, you will open a list of all applications that are in the "Autostart".

    If you want to remove a program from Startup, you can do this with command line. Call it by pressing the "WIN + R" buttons, and then enter the "msconfig" command there. Click "Enter", the "System Configuration" will open, where you need to go to the "Startup" section.

    Now you can disable startup programs in Windows 7 yourself. Uncheck the boxes next to those applications that you do not use. By the way, if you do not need them, then remove them through "Programs and Features".

    How to Disable Autorun Programs in Windows 7 Using Autoruns and CCleaner

    You can't remember which keys to press for a call. Or perhaps you want to open a list of "AutoPlay" programs with just a few clicks. Then you can install one of the free apps allowing you to do this.

    The first program is called Autoruns. It is recommended to download it from the official site. On the this moment there is only an English version, but you should not be afraid, because the interface is designed in such a way that even a novice user can figure it out.

    Another popular app- CCleaner. You can also download it from the official website. In order to disable startup programs in Windows 7, you will need to run CCleaner and go to the "Tools" section. Now select "Startup" and once click on the application that you want to remove from "Startup". On the right there are corresponding buttons.

    Before you delete something or, conversely, add it to Startup, you need to read a few tips from experienced users:

    • It is not recommended to remove from "Autorun" antivirus program, since after loading the OS, you can forget to turn it on, which means that there will be a threat of virus penetration.
    • If you don’t know whether it is possible to disable some program, then look for information about it on the Internet, and then make a decision, because some applications are service ones.
    • In addition to cleaning "Startup" from unnecessary programs, it is recommended to disable some services that can be found on the tab of the same name in the "System Configuration" window.
    • When you learn how to disable startup programs in Windows 7, do this operation with all unnecessary applications to keep the load on the system as low as possible during startup.

    Conclusion

    As you can see, it's not difficult to open "Startup" and remove all the "garbage" from there. You only need to remember one thing and the "msconfig" command. After doing these steps, you will notice that the next time your computer will boot much faster, especially if there were a large number of applications in the "Autostart".

    Often, users, having downloaded a movie from a torrent, forget to close the client itself and remain on the distribution. As a result, web pages open much more slowly. However, if you remove this application from "Autostart", then the problem will be solved. That is, when you need to download something, you manually start the client, and close it in the same way.

    So, now you know how to disable startup programs in Windows 7. It is recommended that you regularly check what you have there. By the way, some applications themselves ask whether to add them to "Startup" or not.

    Autorun programs is an absolutely essential feature for the normal operation of the computer. With the help of autorun, the operating system independently launches those programs that should run constantly while the computer is running. But, some software developers abuse this feature. As a result, many programs that the user does not need at all all the time are loaded automatically and create a constant load on the computer without performing any useful work. In this article, you will learn how to disable autorun programs in Windows 7.

    There are several ways to disable autorun programs in Windows 7. First, you can open the program settings and disable the autorun feature. But, unfortunately, not all programs have such functions in the settings. In addition, if you want to disable autorun of several programs at once, then this method will not be very convenient and will take a lot of time. In such cases, you can use the MSCONFIG utility or special programs to disable autorun programs.

    Method number 1. Disable autorun of the program using its settings.

    Open the desired program and go to its settings. Here you need to find the autoplay feature and disable it. Let's demonstrate this using the uTorrent program as an example.

    Launch the program and open the "Settings" menu. In this menu, select the item "Program settings".

    After that, a window with program settings will open in front of you. Find the autorun feature of this program and disable it. In the case of uTorrent given function located on the General tab.

    After setting up the program, close the window by clicking on the “Ok” button in order to save the changes. That's it, in such a simple way, we disabled the autorun of the uTorrent program in Windows 7.

    Method number 2. Disable autorun using the MSCONFIG utility.

    This displays a list of programs that start automatically immediately after the start of the Windows 7 operating system. In order to disable their autorun, just uncheck the box next to the name of the program and save the settings by clicking on the "Apply" button.

    It should be noted that some programs may not be displayed in the "Startup" tab. This happens if they are run as services. In order to disable autorun of such programs, go to the "Services" tab and check the box next to the "Do not display Microsoft services" function.

    After that, you will see all the programs that start automatically as services on your computer. Disabling autorun of such programs is also very simple. To do this, just uncheck the box next to the service name and save the settings.

    Method number 3. Disable autoload programs using special programs.

    You can also use third party software. So one of the most advanced and convenient programs for management automatic start is an . After launch this program scans operating system and collects data about all programs that start automatically. These programs are divided into groups and displayed in separate tabs Autorun programs.

    In order to help Autoruns enough to uncheck desired program. Most of the automatically loaded programs are available to the user on the "Logon" tab. In order to disable autostart of services, go to the "Services" tab.

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