Number of programs load during Windows startup. MSConfig utility can be used to see list of such programs – if you are hungry for more (super) details, tryout ‘AutoRuns’.
This utility has the most comprehensive knowledge of auto-starting locations of any startup monitor, shows you what programs are configured to run during system bootup or login, and shows you the entries in the order Windows processes them.
You can configure Autoruns to show other locations, including Explorer shell extensions, toolbars, browser helper objects, Winlogon notifications, auto-start services. It also show third-party auto-starting images that have been added to your system.
Download AutoRuns [link] and see exhaustive details of startup programs powering up with Windows on your computer. It works fine on Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP and Vista. Cool app for users looking for sea of details!
