"Checks with Sun's Java updates site to see if newer Java versions are available. Either visit the Java download page or click on Start → Control Panel → Java → Update → Update Now"
"Added by the BANCBAN-NP TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate spoolsv.exe which is always located in %System%. This one is located in %ProgramFiles%\MSN Messenger"
"ShadowSurfer - ""provides a safe computing environment by creating a virtual twin of your PC. Restore the pre-ShadowMode system state no matter what changes have occurred to your PC"""
"Added by the ZLOB-VL TROJAN! Note that regsvr32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to register and unregister OLE controls and shouldn't be deleted. The ""supdate2.dll"" file is found in %System%"
"Added by the SMALL-AQ TROJAN! 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 %System%\Inetsrv"
"FakeMessage/AdRotator adware. 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 an ""Inetsrv"" subfolder"
"SuperRam memory manager. MS MVPs (Most Valued Professional) recommend not using memory managers with Win98/SE/ME. See SuperRam article and make up your own mind"
"Has been reported to be associated with various antitrojan software like ATS and PC Doorguard. If so it's required in Startup - any further information is welcome"
"Part of eScorcher anti-virus software- responsible for updates of new virus bases each time you logon to the web. Used to collect information about the user and therefore treated as spyware - now the web-site is dead"
"SurfBuddy adware - not to be confused with the legitimate SurfBuddy application by SurfApps!. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted"
"Conceiva ""SurfStream lets you surf the Web faster. It contains a fully featured proxy server that lets you surf the Web significantly faster. It also blocks all pop-up windows and banner ads from Web pages. An intelligent tune-up tool automatically analyzes and optimizes your computer's Internet connection and TCP/IP settings"""
"Scheduler for versions of ThinkVantage System Update (for software updates) found on IBM/Lenovo ThinkCentre/ThinkStation desktops and Thinkpad notebooks"
"System1060 homepage hi-jacker. Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%\System1060"
"Added by the MOZE-A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
"Added by the BANCBAN-HL TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%\config"
"Added by the LCJUMP-A WORM! 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 %System% (Me only). This one is located in %Windir%"
"Added by the UNREAL-A 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!"
"Added by the ADCLICK-AM TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %ProgramFiles%\Internet Explorer"
"Added by the BDOOR-ES BACKDOOR! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""Microsoft"" subfolder"
"Added by the DLOADER-EV TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %ProgramFiles%"
"Infine Keylogger surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself. Note - this is not the svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup. This one is located in an ""svc"" subfolder"
"Added by the VB-EOK TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""MsDtds"" sub-directory"
"Added by the AUTORUN-DB WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""28463"" sub-folder"
"Added by the DAEMONI-K TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
"Added by the EXVID.A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
"Added by the VB-DVQ WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%\help"
"Added by the WRMSCAN-A TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
"Added by the ZAPCHAS-V TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""drivers"" subfolder"
"Added by the VIRUT.CF WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""3361"" subfolder"
"Added by the SILLYFDC.BBI WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""Conf"" sub-directory"
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.