Part of the GamePanel Software for the Logitech G-Series of gaming keyboards. This the LCD control panel driver on models where it's included such as the G15 and G19
"Tivoli 'TME' System Tray icon - ""'lcfep' is the program that displays statistics about the Endpoint. Apparently stopping/removing this process has no impact on the Endpoint itself which will continue to function normally"""
Installs a USB compact flash card reader or drive on start-up. The device is distributed by Microtech and is made by a company called SnapShot. Required if you want the reader to work
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark 1200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark 2200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark 3100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark 4200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark 5200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X1100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X5100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X6100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
"Button monitor for the Lexmark X63 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Works in conjunction with the ""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" button manager whose filename is ""AcBtnMgr_X63.exe"""
"Button monitor for the Lexmark X73 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Works in conjunction with the ""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" button manager whose filename is ""AcBtnMgr_X73.exe"""
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X74-X75 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
"Button monitor for the Lexmark X83 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Works in conjunction with the ""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" button manager whose filename is ""AcBtnMgr_X83.exe"""
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X84-X85 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
"Button monitor for the Lexmark X84-X85 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Works in conjunction with the ""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" button manager whose filename is ""AcBtnMgr_X84-X85.exe"""
Lexmark Printer icon in the System Tray for quick access. Not required - uncheck via Printer configuration rather than MSCONFIG. Can also be listed as PrinTray
"Added by the BROPIA WORM! Note - the executable is spelt with a lower case ""L"" rather than an lower or upper case ""i"" which is the case with Internet Explorer"
"For Lexmark printers. From Lexmark: "This enables bi-directional printing over a peer to peer network. If the printer is connected directly to your PC
Lexmark printer software may add Lexstart.exe in the startup folder to handle print commands that you send to the printer. Sometimes required for the printer to work correctly - not in the case of a Lexmark Z42 for instance
"Supports the Direct Media button on LG Notebooks that support it - such as the S1 PRO EXPRESS DUAL. Pressing this button launches the application for watching movies or listening to music"
Part of the GamePanel Software for the Logitech G-Series of gaming keyboards. This is the keyboard driver and if it's disabled you will lose access to special features and programmed keys
"Added by the TAKEOBEL WORM! Note - the filename has a lower case ""L"" rather than an upper case ""i"" at the beginning and should not be confused with the valid Intel graphics file ""igfxtray.exe"""
"Support software for Philips range of LCD Monitors that support LightFrame™ - which ""reduces eye strain by surrounding your monitor frame with blue light that stimulates your visual senses for improved concentration and promotes an overall feeling of wellbeing"". What does it do and is it required?"
"Lightning Download from Headlight Software - shareware download manager for resuming downloads. Start it manually unless you want to intercept download links from your browser"
"Lightning Download from Headlight Software - shareware download manager for resuming downloads. Start it manually unless you want to intercept download links from your browser"
"System Tray access to the LightScribe Control Panel for CD/DVD writers based upon HP's LightScribe laser-etching process - which allows you to burn a label straight onto specially coated blank disks. Part of the main LightScribe System Software (LSS)"
"System Tray access to the LightScribe Control Panel for CD/DVD writers based upon HP's LightScribe laser-etching process - which allows you to burn a label straight onto specially coated blank disks. Part of the main LightScribe System Software (LSS)"
"System Tray access to the LightScribe Control Panel for CD/DVD writers based upon HP's LightScribe laser-etching process - which allows you to burn a label straight onto specially coated blank disks. Part of the main LightScribe System Software (LSS)"
"LimeWire - Peer to Peer (P2P) file-sharing client. x.x represents the version number. Note - as with all P2P sharing programs they are susceptible to various forms of malware"
"""Liquid View lets you increase the legibility of the Microsoft Windows interface regardless of your display's native resolution. The software lets you increase the size of items that are hard to read on your monitor"""
"Added by the VB.BAU BACKDOOR! Note - this is not the legitimate smss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%\isas"
"Samsung PC Studio is a Windows-based PC program package that you can use easily to manage personal data and multimedia files by connecting a Samsung Electronics Mobile phone (GSM/GPRS/UMTS) to your PC. You can launch the update manually - see the instructions
"Added by the VB.BAU BACKDOOR! Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%\isas"
Acer Launch Manager - on Acer laptops it supports the dedicated multimedia buttons and allows users to configure their function. If the optional WLAN module and Bluetooth radio are installed the associated buttons can set their operating state
Acer Launch Manager - on Acer laptops it supports the dedicated multimedia buttons and allows users to configure their function. If the optional WLAN module and Bluetooth radio are installed the associated buttons can set their operating state
"Added by the RBOT-GRH WORM! Note - the executable is spelt with a lower case ""L"" rather than an lower or upper case ""i"" which is the case with Internet Explorer"
"Added by the BINGHE TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate Machine Debug Manager (mdm.exe) process which is located in %ProgramFiles%\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\VS7Debug (98/Me/XP/Vista) or C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM (Me only)"
"Added by the LINEAGE-OZ TROJAN! Note - the legitimate Windows Explorer (same filename) is located in %Windir% and would not normally appear in Msconfig/Startup unless you added it manually! This one is located in %System%"
"Part of Stardock's WindowBlinds custom desktop program. "WindowBlinds is the first utility of its kind. It extends Win98/NT/2K/XP to have a fully skinnable user interface. You can change the style of title bars
"Added by the YENO.B and YENO.C WORMS! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""LGuarg.exe.vbs"" file is located in %Windir%"
"Added by the NIBU.J BACKDOOR or DUMARU-BI TROJAN! Note - also known as Srv.SSA-KeyLogger by Sunbelt Software which has developed a free removal tool for this keylogger"
"Added by the LINEAGE-AJ TROJAN! Note - the legitimate Windows Explorer (same filename) is located in %Windir% and would not normally appear in Msconfig/Startup unless you added it manually! This one is located in %ProgramFiles%"
"""Intrusion detection system"" of the BlackICE PC Protection (was Defender) firewall which loads independently of the ""user interface"" (BlackICE Utility). BlackICE was supported by IBM Internet Security Systems (formerly just ISS) when them acquired the NetworkICE parent but is no longer available. Starts via a registry ""RunServices"" key on Windows 98/Me and as a service on Windows 2K/XP/Vista"
DISCLAIMER: It is assumed that users are familiar with the operating
system they are using and comfortable with making the suggested changes. I will
not be held responsible if changes you make cause a system failure.
This is NOT a list of tasks/processes taken from Task Manager
or the Close Program window (CTRL+ALT+DEL) but a list of startup
applications, although you will find some of them listed via this method.
Pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL identifies programs that are currently running - not
necessarily at startup. For a list of tasks/processes you should try
WinTasks 5 Standard/Professional from LIUtilities or the list at
AnswersThatWork. Therefore, before ending a task/process via CTRL+ALT+DEL
just because it has an "X" recommendation, please check whether it's in MSCONFIG
or the registry first. An example would be "svchost.exe" - which doesn't appear
in either under normal conditions but does via CTRL+ALT+DEL. If in doubt, don't
do anything.
