Startup programs are programs that are started when you boot up your computer. To select what programs you do or do not want to open at startup you will need to search for and open the 'msconfig.exe' file. Once 'msconfig.exe' is open, click on the Startup tab, you will see a list of programs. From this list you can select or deselect what programs should open at startup.
You can use Windows Defender to disable programs that run at startup, or using System Configuration.
d system configuration Utility
Windows startup programs are used for convenience. For example, it would save time for certain programs to pop up at computer startup rather than one to find the program and launch it manually.
Software Explorer
xp and vista have the same tool... start/run type in msconfig go to the startup tab and disable any startup program you want
Software Explorer
C:\ProgramsData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup
C:\ProgramsData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup
Click Start > All programs > Startup
u can use a software named CCLEANER to disable/enable startup
MsConfig
System Configuration Utility:Use the System Configuration Utility to configure your system to enable optimal troubleshooting and diagnosis of technical issues. Use the System Configuration Utility to:Configure startup preferencesConfigure system componentsView and customize Windows setup componentsCustomize Bootup configurationTurn services on or offEnable and disable startup utilities and programs