"Added by the AGENT.AY TROJAN! Note - this is not a valid McAfee program and is located in %System%. This malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKCU\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
"ActiveShield - background scanner for older versions of McAfee VirusScan and the now obsolete McAfee VirusScan Online which scans files in the background as and when they are accessed
"E-mail scanner for the 7.* series of anti-virus products from AVG Technologies. This process scans incoming and outgoing E-mails for viruses and other malware. From version 7.1 onwards this entry only appears in 9x/Me as a startup entry
"E-mail scanner for the 7.* series of anti-virus products from AVG Technologies. This process scans incoming and outgoing E-mails for viruses and other malware. From version 7.1 onwards this entry only appears in 9x/Me as a startup entry
"E-mail scanner for the 7.* series of anti-virus products from AVG Technologies. This process scans incoming and outgoing E-mails for viruses and other malware. From version 7.1 onwards this entry only appears in 9x/Me as a startup entry
"AVSystemCare rogue security software - not recommended. There are number of variants in this family sharing the same filename and user interface - see here"
Used by older versions of McAfee internet security related products to clean up installation files that are no longer required once the product is installed. This entry will normally only appear once the product has been installed before the system is rebooted
Comcast (the cable folks who are replacing @home in some parts of the USA) have struck a deal with Tioga to provide an "enhanced" support and self-repairing tool. This is "beta" at present and was made available to download by mistake at present. Remove via Start -> Settings -> Add/Remove Programs
"""Net2Phone CommCenter is the latest in Internet voice technology allowing you to place calls easily all over the world right from your PC!"". Available via Start -> Programs"
"CyberLat RAM Cleaner - memory optimizer. MS MVPs (Most Valued Professional) recommend not using memory managers with Win98/SE/ME. See this article and make up your own mind"
"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. ""Acer ePower Management is a straightforward interface that allows users to select from pre-configured power usage profiles
Part of Ontrack's Fix-it Utilities Suite anti-virus. Performs a quick check of memory for signs of any virus. Exits afterward and returns all resources used in one user's experience. Not required but could be left without a drain on resources
"Installed with older versions of the software for Logitech products. Configures the options for Logitech Desktop Messenger to activate notifications about software upgrades and/or new products
"Installed with older versions of the software for Logitech products. Configures the options for Logitech Desktop Messenger to activate notifications about software upgrades and/or new products
Used by older versions of McAfee internet security related products to clean up installation files that are no longer required once the product is installed. This entry will normally only appear once the product has been installed before the system is rebooted
"McAfee Online Backup (formerly Data Backup) - ""takes the hassle out of manually backing up all of your valuable digital files - from Microsoft Outlook email and contacts to treasured family photos"". Available as a stand-alone product or included in Internet Security and Total Protection"
"McAfee Online Backup (formerly Data Backup) - ""takes the hassle out of manually backing up all of your valuable digital files - from Microsoft Outlook email and contacts to treasured family photos"". Available as a stand-alone product or included in Internet Security and Total Protection"
"Part of McAfee Data Backup (now Online Backup) - which ""takes the hassle out of manually backing up all of your valuable digital files - from Microsoft Outlook email and contacts to treasured family photos"". Available as a stand-alone product or included in Internet Security and Total Protection. The exact purpose of this entry is unknown at present but it unloads after startup"
"McAfee Data Backup (now Online Backup) - ""takes the hassle out of manually backing up all of your valuable digital files - from Microsoft Outlook email and contacts to treasured family photos"". Available as a stand-alone product or included in Internet Security and Total Protection"
"McAfee Family Protection - which 'is easy-to-use and built to empower parents to say ""yes"" to their children's online interests while protecting them as they learn and explore' and ""protects children of all ages from exposure to inappropriate content
"Part of the now obsolete McAfee Managed VirusScan anti-virus and anti-spyware security tool for small businesses. Starts via a registry ""RunServices"" key on Windows 98/Me and as a service on Windows NT/2K/XP"
System tray notification for the now obsolete McAfee Managed VirusScan anti-virus and anti-spyware security tool for small businesses. Not required to be protected but you lose notifications
"System Tray access to McAfee Online Backup (formerly Data Backup) - ""takes the hassle out of manually backing up all of your valuable digital files - from Microsoft Outlook email and contacts to treasured family photos"". Available as a stand-alone product or included in Internet Security and Total Protection"
"System Tray access to McAfee Online Backup (formerly Data Backup) - ""takes the hassle out of manually backing up all of your valuable digital files - from Microsoft Outlook email and contacts to treasured family photos"". Available as a stand-alone product or included in Internet Security and Total Protection"
"Added by the RBOT-GCV WORM! Not to be confused with Kaspersky anti-virus and AOL's Active Virus Shield (by Kaspersky) - found in either a Kaspersky or AOL sub-directory"
"Part of McAfee's QuickClean - which removes internet clutter and unwanted programs. This entry monitor changes made to the registry so that they can be undone later using QuickClean - such as removing programs. QuickClean is now integrated into their Total Protection
"McAfee SpamKiller - rule-based and list-based spam filter. Available as a stand-alone product or included in older versions of Internet Security and Total Protection"
"Part of older versions of McAfee VirusScan and the now obsolete McAfee VirusScan Online. When Windows boots it checks whether a virus scan is necessary before you do anything with your PC. Typically
"ActiveShield - background scanner for older versions of McAfee VirusScan and the now obsolete McAfee VirusScan Online which scans files in the background as and when they are accessed
"On-access real-time scanner for older versions of McAfee VirusScan and the now obsolete McAfee VirusScan Online which scans files for malware as you access
"McAfee Online Backup (formerly Data Backup) - ""takes the hassle out of manually backing up all of your valuable digital files - from Microsoft Outlook email and contacts to treasured family photos"". Available as a stand-alone product or included in Internet Security and Total Protection"
"From McAfee VirusScan up to version 4.x. Provides functionality for VShield Download Scan and Internet Filter modules. Enables internet scanning. Guards against malicious ActiveX programs
Used by older versions of McAfee internet security related products to clean up installation files that are no longer required once the product is installed. This entry will normally only appear once the product has been installed before the system is rebooted
"Part of older versions of McAfee VirusScan and the now obsolete McAfee VirusScan Online. When Windows boots it checks whether a virus scan is necessary before you do anything with your PC. Typically
"Launcher for Message Center Plus ""which alerts you when conditions arise on your computer that require your attention"" on IBM/Lenovo ThinkCentre desktops
"Window 9x/Me on-access scanner for older McAfee's internet security products such as VirusScan and VirusScan Online which scans files in real-time for malware as you access
"Part of older versions of McAfee's internet security products such as VirusScan and VirusScan Online and used to schedule tasks such as automatic updates
"Part of older versions of McAfee's internet security products such as VirusScan and VirusScan Online. Starts via a registry ""RunServices"" key on Windows 98/Me and as a service on Windows 2K/XP/Vista"
"ActiveShield - background scanner for older versions of McAfee VirusScan and the now obsolete McAfee VirusScan Online which scans files in the background as and when they are accessed
"Launcher for Message Center Plus ""which alerts you when conditions arise on your computer that require your attention"" on IBM/Lenovo ThinkCentre desktops
"Used for Enterprise Management. If you are not an IT Administrator you don't need it to be running. Also runs from the PCHealth ""scheduler"" - refer here"
"MouseCount by Kittyfeet Software. "Utility for counting how many times us computer junkies click our mouse in a given session/day/week/month/year." Not required"
"The MultiCAM Initializer is part of the MultiCAM software package provided by Vista Imaging in order to run up to 10 USB ViCAM or 3Com Home Connect PC Digital cameras on a single computer. Clears itself from memory once initialized but can also be safely disabled"
"Remote Control background application for Cyberlink's PowerDVD version 4 and above. Enables you to use a remote control with your DVD drive if your drive came with one. Not required if you don't have a remote control
"Remote Control background application for Cyberlink's PowerDVD version 4 and above. Enables you to use a remote control with your DVD drive if your drive came with one. Not required if you don't have a remote control
"Note that there is a strange symbol in the command field and in logs it's shown as ""O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [ShowLOMControl] [strange symbol]"". Additional registry information for the entry is ""Reg_DWORD 0x00000001 (1)"". It means Show ""LAN on Motherboard"" Control. On systems where you can install an external LAN interface
"Simcast is a free service that allows you to subscribe to information on a large variety of topics. Alerts will appear on your desktop when a channel that you have subscribed to has something to say"
"Atomic Alarm Clock - ""Alert yourself about important events with different alarms and replace your computer tray clock using different skins. Computer Alarm clock that will play any MP3 file. It can also run a program
"Memory Cleaner - monitors your system in the background and frees up memory when ever need to increase the performance of your computer. Part of IOBit Advanced Windows Care Personal/Professional"
"Added by the EBOD TROJAN! Note that this should not be confused with the now discontinued Sygate Firewall which shares the same filename. This file is located in %System%"
"Srmclean helps in the installation and execution of the SoundMax SoftPaq for Compaq/ADI SoundMax Integrated Digital Audio. According to Compaq - ""If you disable the entry from loading into startup
"Added by the SOBER-M WORM! 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%\Config\system"
"Added by the DELF-KR 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 ""DriverLoad"" sub-directory of the Root folder (C:\)
"ActiveShield - background scanner for older versions of McAfee VirusScan and the now obsolete McAfee VirusScan Online which scans files in the background as and when they are accessed
"Part of older versions of McAfee VirusScan and the now obsolete McAfee VirusScan Online. When Windows boots it checks whether a virus scan is necessary before you do anything with your PC. Typically
"Windows Media Connect from Microsoft - stream digital media files on your computer to digital media receivers (DMRs) that are connected to your home network"
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.
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