Q. I have tons of software that just start by themselves whenever i turn my computer on. Like MS Messenger, Google desk top, etc.
Where do i need to go to find these files and delete them. I don't want to delete them completely. I just don't want them to start automatically on start up.
Thanks.
Where do i need to go to find these files and delete them. I don't want to delete them completely. I just don't want them to start automatically on start up.
Thanks.
A. u hve already got the best answer from rhs_tyler
its the best way from not deleting programs but stoping them from automatically starting at startup,same answer with more detail.
start-----run----type"msconfig" -----click ok-----a window called "sytem configuration utility" opens --------click on "startup" top right hand corner----un-tick only the programs u know,do not diable all.
u have 3 sections "startup item" (all mentioned in shortform), "command" (mentioning the type of program) and "location" (where the program is saved\registry file)
u can expand the "command" section by draging it to the right and finding out the exact description of the start-up item,
plss un-tick only if u know wat the program is ,by looking in command,dont guess,as some programs are necessary for startup.
gud luk
its the best way from not deleting programs but stoping them from automatically starting at startup,same answer with more detail.
start-----run----type"msconfig" -----click ok-----a window called "sytem configuration utility" opens --------click on "startup" top right hand corner----un-tick only the programs u know,do not diable all.
u have 3 sections "startup item" (all mentioned in shortform), "command" (mentioning the type of program) and "location" (where the program is saved\registry file)
u can expand the "command" section by draging it to the right and finding out the exact description of the start-up item,
plss un-tick only if u know wat the program is ,by looking in command,dont guess,as some programs are necessary for startup.
gud luk
What do you clean on your computer daily, weekly to keep it running quickly?
Q. I run the defragment and disk clean up, avast I do have malware, but it still runs very slowly, checked for viruses nothing found, pc is always chattering. I type a sentence and it takes a few seconds for the letters to appear. I have asked before and have done what you guys rec. but it is still happening. When I click on a site, windows open over other windows, I have a desk top, running windows. thank you again.
A. Download Malwarebytes - http://www.malwarebytes.org/ Restart your computer in safe mode and turn off System Restore. Run do a deep scan with Malwarebytes, turn system restore back on and restart you computer.
You've probably already got all the tools you need already installed on your computer. Go to Start > Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup and run that. Tools like Ccleaner - http://www.piriform.com/ - have a better interface and is more selective about what files you can delete.
These programs will create more space on your hard drive. Look through the programs you've got installed, are there some you don't use at all any more. If so use the Add / Remove programs utility in Control Panel to get rid of them.
What really slows your computer down is memory usage. Look at the system tray on the bottom right of your screen. Are there lots of icons there from programs that are running but you don't use? Either delete the programs you don't use or stop them from running when your computer boots unless you want them to.
Other things you can do are
Optimize your BIOS
Change or get rid of the Windows boot screen
Reduce the number of running services
Change the location of the pagefile
Loads of help with these at http://www.google.com/search?q=windows+decrease+boot+time
Defragging your drive may help, again there is one in all versions of Windows - Start > Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. Don't expect a huge jump in performance though, See http://www.vista4beginners.com/Benchmarking-the-Disk-Defragmenter and http://www.maximumpc.com/article/the_disk_defrag_difference
A registry cleaner (like the one found in Ccleaner) can be useful in removing erroneous registry entries which may increase your system performance slightly. Again the value of this is debatable. http://www.whatthetech.com/2007/11/25/do-i-need-a-registry-cleaner/ and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Registry_cleaner
Use only reputable software and be careful where you download them from when using defraggers and registry cleaners. Ensure the power is not turned off when using them. A ruined file system or registry may mean a complete reinstall.
If you don't mind spending a little money, one of the best things you can do to increase the speed of a PC is to increase the amount of RAM. There's a scanner at http://www.crucial.com/index.aspx that will tell you what memory you've already got installed and how much and of what type your system can handle.
If the PC is older it may be time to get a new one rather than spend any money trying to fix it.
You've probably already got all the tools you need already installed on your computer. Go to Start > Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup and run that. Tools like Ccleaner - http://www.piriform.com/ - have a better interface and is more selective about what files you can delete.
These programs will create more space on your hard drive. Look through the programs you've got installed, are there some you don't use at all any more. If so use the Add / Remove programs utility in Control Panel to get rid of them.
What really slows your computer down is memory usage. Look at the system tray on the bottom right of your screen. Are there lots of icons there from programs that are running but you don't use? Either delete the programs you don't use or stop them from running when your computer boots unless you want them to.
Other things you can do are
Optimize your BIOS
Change or get rid of the Windows boot screen
Reduce the number of running services
Change the location of the pagefile
Loads of help with these at http://www.google.com/search?q=windows+decrease+boot+time
Defragging your drive may help, again there is one in all versions of Windows - Start > Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. Don't expect a huge jump in performance though, See http://www.vista4beginners.com/Benchmarking-the-Disk-Defragmenter and http://www.maximumpc.com/article/the_disk_defrag_difference
A registry cleaner (like the one found in Ccleaner) can be useful in removing erroneous registry entries which may increase your system performance slightly. Again the value of this is debatable. http://www.whatthetech.com/2007/11/25/do-i-need-a-registry-cleaner/ and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Registry_cleaner
Use only reputable software and be careful where you download them from when using defraggers and registry cleaners. Ensure the power is not turned off when using them. A ruined file system or registry may mean a complete reinstall.
If you don't mind spending a little money, one of the best things you can do to increase the speed of a PC is to increase the amount of RAM. There's a scanner at http://www.crucial.com/index.aspx that will tell you what memory you've already got installed and how much and of what type your system can handle.
If the PC is older it may be time to get a new one rather than spend any money trying to fix it.
How to allow 2nd computer user to use same internet as the 1st?
Q. My fiance' and I are sharing the same computer. I have added him to my computer as a "2nd user". Where he gets his own desk top screen, favorites, folders, etc. Only I can not figure out how to allow him to use the internet software that is already on the computer for me. I use broadband. Help
A. If you want him to be able to use the internet, you need to install a browser on his user account. You need to download Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari for Windows, etc. On YOUR user account. Save the "*.exe" file in the "Shared.." folder. Then go onto his account, run the "*.exe" file and an installer window should pop up. It's self-explanatory from there. If this doesn't answer your question, you can e-mail me at mrprez8@yahoo.com.
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