"Added by the DOWNLD-ABF TROJAN! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKCU\Run HKLM\Run and HKLM\RunServices in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
Toshiba Hot key functionality for the function keys (Fn-Esc Fn-F1 (lock) Fn-F2 Fn-F3 Fn-F4 Fn-F5 (switching between laptop and CRT display output) etc...)
"PC Tools Firewall Plus - ""powerful free personal firewall for Windows that protects your computer by preventing unauthorized users from gaining access to your computer through the Internet or a network"""
"101Clips - ""the simplest of all multi-clipboard programs. Just have it running minimized and it captures everything you cut or copy from other programs. It keeps the last 25"""
"Related to wireless card (802.11) adapter/standard. System Tray icon that provides a shortcut to ""Wireless Connection Status"" and allows to turn WL on and off. Supplier unknown. Adapter is miss-spelled"
Compaq A1000 Print Fax All-in-One copy scan printer software. Required in the Startup in order to scan print copy and fax. Only required if you use these features
From a visitor "Just wanted to provide you with some info on Access Ramp software installed with Verizon DSL accounts in those areas that use the Winpoet PPPoE software. The Access Ramp TSRs are installed as part of IP Insight software (can't remember the software maker). You can decline to install IP Insight during Winpoet setup or go into Add/Remove programs uninstall IP Insight by hand if it's already installed. It really doesn't do a darn thing for you. It was intended to help DSL techs monitor QoS but the backend part was never implemented (at least as of earlier this year). This will not affect the user's ability or inability to access their DSL service."
Version of the AccessRamp Monitor01 entry for LAN connections - a history uploader. The key in turning it off is a file named ARUCfg32.exe. This file (ARUCfg32.exe) does not show up in the startup process. If you have this file you can execute it and remove all the monitoring activities it does. Removing all the checks in all the boxes (both tabs) still calls ARUpld32.exe to start when you start the dial up. You can block it from sending info if you have Zone Alarm installed. Renaming the extension of ARUCfg32.exe to ARUCfg32.exe1 works. The ARUpld32.exe is not loaded when launching the dial up client. Written by IP Insight and also included with Earthlink Total Access 2003
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""Adaware"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not the valid Lavasoft Adaware"
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""Adaware"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not the valid Lavasoft Adaware"
"Software for Netgear wireless network cards. Unknown whether it is required for the wireless card to run but does not seem to be a resource hog. Not required for laptop to run if the wireless network card will not be used. Is it at all required?"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C48 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C48 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C60 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C62 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C82 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3200 printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4200 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX5000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX5400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6400 printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX7400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX7800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX9400Fax Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX3800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX4800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX6000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo 820 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R1800 printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R200 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R200 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R220 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R2400 printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R260 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R300 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R300 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R320 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R800 printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX420 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Pro 7600 printer - for monitoring printer status checking ink levels etc. ""X"" represents the computer's network name ie PAULS-PC PETES-LAPTOP etc"
Known as "PowerKey" - a minimalistic keyboard driver that allows power management keys on BTC keyboards to function properly in older OS's (i.e. Win95/98/NT4). Also adds an icon to the system tray
"System Tray access to BestSync® 2008 from Risefly Software - ""a professional utility for synchronizing files between your local folders and Network Drives FTP servers Removable Media (such as an USB disk)"""
"Associated with Nero Scout added by version 7 of the Nero digital media suite (CD & DVD burning authoring etc). Thanks to Help2Go.com if you feel this is draining more resources that necessary you can disable it by clicking here"
"BHODemon ""protects you from unknown Browser Helper Objects (BHOs) by letting you enable/disable them individually. When running it also monitors your Registry and alerts you when a BHO is installed. Best of all BHODemon knows about the most common BHOs - the good ones and the not-so-good ones!"". If you prefer forgoing resident protection the application can also be run on demand"
"Anti-phishing component of BitDefender internet security products. Anti-phishing prevents sensitive data such as usernames passwords and credit card details being acquired by web-sites and E-mails masquerading as a trustworthy sources"
"BitDefender Agent - for BitDefender internet security products. Maintains settings (for all users) and provides alerts and System Tray access to the main program. Note - for the System Tray icon to be displayed the Terminal Services service must be set to either ""Manual"" or ""Automatic"""
"NSClean (now Comodo) BOClean anti-malware software - ""Protect yourself from online identity theft. The greatest threat on the Internet today is having your personal information hijacked remotely"". Version 4.20"
"See here - ""messaging service that automatically sends you support information tips ideas and special offers from HP and our partners especially designed for HP and Compaq desktop computer owners"". * can be any digit"
"Added by the SDBOT.BCV WORM! Please take note of the difference between the legitimate Compaq Fax Utility Name (A1000 Settings Utility) and the name (Compaq Print Fax) used by this worm"
"Automatic logon feature of Customizer 2000 - ""a special utility which is designed to optimize Win9x/ME performance. The program lets you explore the many hidden settings in Windows and make changes"""
"Download Accelerator Plus from Speedbit. Download manager for resuming downloads amongst other features. Available via Start -> Programs. Note that the free version is adware based"
Used in connection with memory dumps - you can disable these by - right clicking on My Computer selecting Properties and then the Advanced tab. Click on the Settings button in 'Startup and Recovery'. In the bottom pane - under 'Write debugging information' - click on the down arrow and then select 'None' - OK your way out
Used in connection with memory dumps - you can disable these by - right clicking on My Computer selecting Properties and then the Advanced tab. Click on the Settings button in 'Startup and Recovery'. In the bottom pane - under 'Write debugging information' - click on the down arrow and then select 'None' - OK your way out
EarthLink Toolbar is a tool to help you get to all of the resources of the internet. EarthLink 5.0 Setup adds a few basic buttons to the Toolbar but you can delete these or add more buttons any time
File sharing network - not recommended as the free version of this application should be avoided as it installs without permission New.Net Webhancer WebSearch Toolbar and WinTools
"DLL Command Utility for version 4.0 of eFax Messenger from j2 Global Communications Inc. - which ""is powerful Internet fax software that makes it easy to create annotate sign zoom and print faxes from any computer"""
"System Tray access to version 4.0 of eFax Messenger from j2 Global Communications Inc. - which ""is powerful Internet fax software that makes it easy to create annotate sign zoom and print faxes from any computer"""
"LEADTOOLS ePrint file conversion software - ""convert any file to and from over 150 document and image formats including searchable PDF DOC HTML TXT Multi-page TIFF JPG GIF PNG and many more!"" Can be started manually"
"A component of the ""LEADTOOLS ePrint File Conversion Software - Convert ANY file to and from over 150 document and image formats including searchable PDF DOC HTML TXT Multi-page TIFF JPG GIF PNG and many more!"" Can be started manually"
"According to the Epson info: ""Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining."" This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check"
"According to the Epson info: ""Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining."" This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check"
According to the Epson info: "Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining." This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check
According to the Epson info: "Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining." This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check
According to the Epson info: "Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining." This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check
According to the Epson info: "Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining." This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""explorer"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here.Note - this is not the legitimate Windows Explorer (explorer.exe) which would not normally appear in Msconfig/Startup unless you added it manually!"
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""explorer"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here.Note - this is not the legitimate Windows Explorer (explorer.exe) which would not normally appear in Msconfig/Startup unless you added it manually!"
"Added by the BIFROSE-CH TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This file is located in the Winnt or Windows folder"
"FaxMan integrates complete fax send and receive support into Windows applications without requiring additional fax software. Incorporated into software by Lexmark MCI Lotus My Software Broderbund Traffic Software and many others"
"FaxMan integrates complete fax send and receive support into Windows applications without requiring additional fax software. Incorporated into software by Lexmark MCI Lotus My Software Broderbund Traffic Software and many others"
This allows the software to handle incoming and outgoing communications without requiring the FaxTalk Communicator application to be loaded into memory. Can be started manually
Keyboard utility for a Medion brand (and possibly others) keyboard. If you disable this entry you will not be able to use any of the keyboard hotkeys or other non-standard functions on the keyboard
System Tray access to HP Director. Required if you prefer to use the all-in-one buttons to manually scan documents or transfer photos froma camera for example
Improves the startup time of HP Image Zone. If you disable it HP Image Zone takes a long time to start up only the first time you run it. Subsequent startups are much faster than the first time
Improves the startup time of HP Image Zone. If you disable it HP Image Zone takes a long time to start up only the first time you run it. Subsequent startups are much faster than the first time
Direct from HP - "Device Objects Server - detects all device events and handles all ongoing communication on the device. Loads in the Startup group (except when "portable" is chosen during installation)". Related to various HP all-in-one printer/scanner/copier devices. They print and copy fine with those files disabled and the icon installed on the desktop that points to "hpodir07.exe" works just fine if you need to use the scanner
Installed with a Hewlett Packard 900 series colour printer scanner fax photo card slot printer copier. Assumed to perform an identical function to the hpaiodevice entry
Directly from HP: "This process has one purpose - detects if the device moves to a different port and notifies other processes to look on the new port." For various HP all-in-one printer/scanner/copier devices. They print and copy fine with those files disabled and the HP icon installed on the desktop that points to "hpodir07.exe" works just fine if you need to use the scanner
Supports the memory card reader on some HP Photosmart and AIO (all-in-one) printers - displaying a System Tray icon for the drive and allowing you to transfer files directly via the SAVE button. Known to cause 100% CPU load in some cases. Only needed if you use this feature
"Supports the memory card reader on some HP Photosmart and AIO (all-in-one) printers - displaying a System Tray icon for the drive and allowing you to transfer files directly via the SAVE button. This verison is applicable for version 4.0 to 4.2 drivers - see here. Known to cause 100% CPU load in some cases. Only needed if you use this feature"
"Supports the memory card reader on some HP Photosmart and AIO (all-in-one) printers - displaying a System Tray icon for the drive and allowing you to transfer files directly via the SAVE button. This verison is applicable for version 5.0 to 5.3 drivers - see here. Known to cause 100% CPU load in some cases. Only needed if you use this feature"
"Supports the memory card reader on some HP Photosmart and AIO (all-in-one) printers - displaying a System Tray icon for the drive and allowing you to transfer files directly via the SAVE button. This verison is applicable for version 6.0 drivers - see here. Known to cause 100% CPU load in some cases. Only needed if you use this feature"
"Indexing service that catalogs all the media on your computer so that the files are available to all of the programs in the Nero suite of applications"
"InstantAccess premium rate adult content dialler variant. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted"
"Installed with Verizon DSL accounts. IP Insight is a Quality of Service monitor and diagnostic tool that isn't required - see here for more information. This one constantly ""phones home"" and wastes resources. * represents 1 or 2"
"Installed with Verizon DSL accounts. IP Insight is a Quality of Service monitor and diagnostic tool that isn't required - see here for more information. * represents 1 or 2"
"IP Operator 2005 - found on LG Electronics Notebook. The applet makes network connections easier to view and manage than does the standard Windows Network Connections tool. The WLAN module is easy to turn on or off with the press of a single button"
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""kazaa"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not the valid KaZaA file sharing program which has the same executable name"
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""kazaa"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not the valid KaZaA file sharing program which has the same executable name"
Used in connection with memory dumps - you can disable these by - right clicking on My Computer selecting Properties and then the Advanced tab. Click on the Settings button in 'Startup and Recovery'. In the bottom pane - under 'Write debugging information' - click on the down arrow and then select 'None' - OK your way out
Used in connection with memory dumps - you can disable these by - right clicking on My Computer selecting Properties and then the Advanced tab. Click on the Settings button in 'Startup and Recovery'. In the bottom pane - under 'Write debugging information' - click on the down arrow and then select 'None' - OK your way out
Multimedia key handling for the relevant type of Turbo-Media keyboard. Shortcut available. Note that with this running it can crash DirectX8/9 under WinXP when a game switches to full-screen
Installed with the software for Logitech products. Automatically checks for software upgrades AND new products services and special offerings from Logitech
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark 1200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan scan to E-mail copy etc"
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark 2200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan scan to E-mail copy etc"
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark 3100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan scan to E-mail copy etc"
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark 4200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan scan to E-mail copy etc"
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark 5200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan scan to E-mail copy etc"
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X1100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan scan to E-mail copy etc"
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X5100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan scan to E-mail copy etc"
"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X6100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan scan to E-mail copy etc"
"LZIO.com adware downloader. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted. The ""li01f948.dll"" file is found in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder"
"Related to Elsa CommPro (Communicate Pro) access software for Microlink modems - this software contains answering machine and fax functions plus a terminal program a WWW-browser launch function Internet telephony and address management. Required if you use those"
"Added by the MUMUBOY.C 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%"
Installed with the software for Logitech products. Automatically checks for software upgrades AND new products services and special offerings from Logitech
Installed with a Logitech Quickcam Messenger. Camera's software which is non-essential. When you open it it allows you to open the quick capture camera settings etc
"Part of MacDrive 7 from Mediafour Corporation - ""enables anyone using Windows Vista XP and 2003 Server to seamlessly access Mac disks (HFS/HFS+) of all types including CDs DVDs hard drives floppy Zip Jaz and more!"" Interim patch for an older version? Is it no longer required?"
"Added by the LINEAGE-AK 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%"
"Detected by Trend Micro as the AGENT.ADXH TROJAN! See here. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted. The ""wincheck071008.dll"" file is found in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder"
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""msconfig"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not the valid Windows Msconfig which has the same executable name"
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""msconfig"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not the valid Windows Msconfig which has the same executable name"
Part of Flash-Networks NettGain2000 product. NettGain 2000 is a combined hardware/software networking solution which is designed to improve performance of satellite networks by increasing data transmission speeds and maximizing the existing bandwidth for complete utilization when sending TCP/IP applications over a satellite. It is needed when connecting to the internet via satellite to provide speed faster than 60k or so
"Part of http://www.no-ip.com provided service. Keeps No-IP's dynamic nameserver (DNS) updated if and when your computer's (network's) dynamic IP-address changes so that you can run servers on computers with dynamic IP. Shortcut available"
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""Notepad"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not Windows Notepad which has the same executable name"
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""Notepad"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not Windows Notepad which has the same executable name"
"Management software for the Philips 8FF3WMI/27 digital PhotoFrame. Used to configure the device transfer photos from a PC by drag and drop and on this wireless model you can also use it to download RSS feeds to and display Internet photos on the device. Only required if you use the wireless features - otherwise it can be started when you manually connect the device. May also be included with other models but currently only available for this one"
"Management software for the Philips 8FF3WMI/27 digital PhotoFrame. Used to configure the device transfer photos from a PC by drag and drop and on this wireless model you can also use it to download RSS feeds to and display Internet photos on the device. Only required if you use the wireless features - otherwise it can be started when you manually connect the device. May also be included with other models but currently only available for this one"
"Management software for the Philips 8FF3WMI/27 digital PhotoFrame. Used to configure the device transfer photos from a PC by drag and drop and on this wireless model you can also use it to download RSS feeds to and display Internet photos on the device. Only required if you use the wireless features - otherwise it can be started when you manually connect the device. May also be included with other models but currently only available for this one"
Twain driver for the Visioneer PaperPort 3100b scanner that allows you to scan fax copy print and easily communicate by simply dragging and dropping scans on your PaperPort Desktop
Utility that sorts your Start menu and Favourites in alphanumerical order. Not required - at any time you can right-click on these lists and choose "Sort by Name"
Used in Corel 2002 & Corel Suite 7 - finds files faster by indexing your files (similar to Microsoft's Find Fast or Fast Search for its Office products)
"Used in Corel WordPerfect Office 11 - finds files faster by indexing your files (similar to Microsoft's Find Fast or Fast Search for its Office products). See here"
"Used in Corel WordPerfect Office X3 - finds files faster by indexing your files (similar to Microsoft's Find Fast or Fast Search for its Office products). See here"
"LZIO.com adware downloader. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted. The ""readdb40.dll"" file is found in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder"
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""RealPlay"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not RealPlayer which can have the same executable name"
"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""RealPlay"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not RealPlayer which can have the same executable name"
"eSpyNow surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself. Note - the filename has the digit 0 rather then the uppercase ""o"""
"Added by the BRONTOK-CH WORM! 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 Documents and Settings\<User>\Local Settings\Application Data"
"A module that contains COM components for media playback used by both RealPlayer and Windows Media Player - see here. The ""rmoc3260.dll"" file is found in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder"
"Added by an unidentified VIRUS WORM or TROJAN! ""syscnfg.exe"" is found in C:windowsfonts (or C:winntfonts) directory where no *.exe files should reside"
This program has audio cues for the system clock in male and female voices customizes the appearance of the system clock and can synchronize it to a time server regularly
"InlookExpress logs keystrokes and captures screenshots. If you didn't install this yourself remove it. 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 C:\sds20"
"Detected by Kaspersky as the AGENT.DE TROJAN! See here. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted. The ""wd081025.dll"" file is found in %System%"
"Designed for WinXP Media Center Edition 2005 and the Xbox 360 Transcode360 aims to broaden the support for a wide range of video media including DivX and XviD"
"Client Manager for the Dell TrueMobile 1150 Series PC Card - ""a wireless network PC Card that fits into any standard PC Card Type II slot. It has two LED indicators and an integrated antenna"""
"Ulead Calendar Checker - part of Ulead Photo Express where "x" represents the version number. Automatically replaces your calendar desktop wallpaper on a weekly/monthly/yearly basis if you've created them. Not required - change them manually"
Used in connection with memory dumps - you can disable these by - right clicking on My Computer selecting Properties and then the Advanced tab. Click on the Settings button in 'Startup and Recovery'. In the bottom pane - under 'Write debugging information' - click on the down arrow and then select 'None' - OK your way out
"USRobotics Wireless Network Utility - used to configure security settings for connecting to WEP encrypted Access Point through the USR Wireless adapter. You must uncheck ""Use Windows to configure my wireless settings"" for the program to work properly. Has Site Survey capabilities and reports link quality and signal strength. Not required for proper operation of the device as the features given are accessible in the network connection properties"
Wextract Cleanup0 is valid and legal software included or sold to help clean up temporary or cab files created by the installer software for a wide variety of software. It should disapear after a restart of the system. If not fix it
"Added by the AGOBOT-TL WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate Windows application wordpad.exe (which is found in the Program FilesAccessories folder) which should not normally be seen in Msconfig or as a Startup item. This file is loacted in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder"
"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted. The ""start0s.exe"" file is found in %System%"
"Added by the BANKER-DY TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %ProgramFiles%\Windows 2004\Tools"
"Added by the YODO WORM! 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%"
"From IGetNet - turns the IE address bar into a keyword engine piped into IGetNet. In other words with this installed typing "car" in the IE address bar will point the browser to the Lexus web site. Foistware - installs components without your knowledge"
"From IGetNet - turns the IE address bar into a keyword engine piped into IGetNet. In other words with this installed typing "car" in the IE address bar will point the browser to the Lexus web site. Foistware - installs components without your knowledge"
"WinModem drivers. WinModems use software rather than hardware - hence putting a load on the CPU. Needed if you have it for loading the drivers. See here for more WinModem information"
"Added by the GENETIK.KQ TROJAN! Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted. The ""zsmscc071001.dll"" file is found in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder"
"BrowserAid/BrowserPal foistware. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted. The ""stlbdist.dll"" file is found in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder"
"BrowserAid/BrowserPal foistware. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted. The ""stlbupdt.dll"" file is found in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder"
"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"
"MacDrive 7 from Mediafour Corporation - ""enables anyone using Windows Vista XP and 2003 Server to seamlessly access Mac disks (HFS/HFS+) of all types including CDs DVDs hard drives floppy Zip Jaz and more!"""
"Detected by McAfee as the FAKEALERT-AM TROJAN! See here"
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.