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How to disable startup programs in windows 10 launched automatically?
For no reason, my Windows 10 PC takes much longer to boot into desktop. It is a pretty old device with only 4GB of RAM. I saw a couple of apps running automatically after login. Is this the reason th...
Autoruns is one of the most comprehensive and powerful free tools for managing startup programs and auto-starting locations on Windows 10. Developed by Sysinternals (Microsoft), it provides detailed insight into all the programs, services, drivers, and system components that run at startup, logon, or during system boot.
Advantages of using Autoruns to Disable Startup Programs Windows 10:
- Shows all auto-start locations, including:
- Startup folders
- Registry keys
- Scheduled tasks
- Services
- Drivers
- Browser helper objects
- Allows you to disable or delete entries easily.
- Provides detailed information to identify malicious or unwanted items.
- Safe to use with an easy-to-understand interface.
How to Disable Startup Programs Windows 10?
1. Download Autoruns:
- Extract the ZIP file and run Autoruns64.exe (for 64-bit Windows).
2. Run as Administrator:
- Right-click the executable and select Run as administrator for full access.
3. View Startup Entries:
- The default view shows various tabs:
- Logon: programs that run at user login
- Services: system and third-party services
- Scheduled Tasks: tasks that run at specific times
- Others like drivers, image hijacks, etc.
4. Disable Unwanted Entries:
- Find the item you want to disable.
- Uncheck the box next to it.
- You can also right-click an entry and choose Delete (use with caution).
5. Reboot to Apply Changes:
- Changes take effect after restarting Windows.
6. Restore if Needed:
- To re-enable, check the box again or restore from backup if you exported the configuration.