"Added by the DELF-UX 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. Note - has a blank entry under the Startup Item/Name field"
"Added by the RYKNOS TROJAN! Attempts to utilize the Sony Rootkit A.K.A. SecurityRisk.First4DRM security risk to hide itself on the compromised computer"
"Volumouse from Nirsoft. ""Provides you a quick and easy way to control the sound volume on your system - simply by rolling the wheel of your wheel mouse"""
"Added by the TUPEG VIRUS! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
"Added by the SHANIA BACKDOOR! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
"Added by the EVILSOCK.10 TROJAN! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
"Added by the WEBUS.F TROJAN! Note - this worm replaces the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
"Added by the WEBUS TROJAN! Note - this worm replaces the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
"Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder"
"12Voip - free internet telephony utility using the VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). Call online friends for free and regular phones either for free (limited use) or low rates. One of a number provided by Betamax - the others generally have different rate plans. Similar to the more popular Skype"
"Added by the JD-A 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 one is located in a ""Syswm1i"" directory"
"WinPoET is the industry's first Windows-based PPP over Ethernet client. Developed by iVasion WinPoET is attractive to equipment providers modem suppliers RBOCs and ISPs. For more info read here. It uses dial-up networking for new high-speed internet customers who are more familiar with analogue modems. If unchecked in MSCONFIG it reports Error 360 - Hardware Error in dial-up networking"
"System Tray management utility from Mike Lin which allows you to hide show restore icons that are lost in an Explorer crash remove dead tray icons minimize any window to the System Tray"
"""AceGain LiveUpdate can help to automate and optimize product updates. AceGain LiveUpdate will automatically detect new patch updates driver updates or full product updates and automatically download and install them according to user configuration"""
"ActivCard Gold from ActivIdentity Inc. Smart card-based strong authentication software - for photo IDs proximity badges for facility access and as digital identification and authentication"
"Part of Acronis True Image - backup software. Co-operates with the ""schedul2.exe"" service to perform backup/restore tasks correctly. Required if you want to use True Image to do some real backup/restore tasks - not if you only want to explore/mount images"
Packard Bell ActiveBoard keyboard - multimedia keyboard manager. Required if you use the additional keys and want to see the status of the Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock keys
"Active Email Monitor checks multiple accounts for email serves as a SPAM filter and can also protect you from harmful items that can be sent via email"
"Active Shield is ""an heuristic screen that actively protects your computer from trojans spyware adware trackware dialers keyloggers and even some special kinds of viruses"""
ActiveEyes from TFI Technology is a small utility that you can use to liven up your desktop. It follows your mouse around and can tell you how far your cursor has travelled or point out where the cursor is. It's small it's free and comes with a range of options and animations. Not needed - if unavailable via Start -> Programs create your own shortcut
Wild Tangent demo games that come with some HP computers. Unchecking it can prevent the games from running occasionally. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy used to state that they also collect and share individuals information but this is no longer the case
"ActiveWords from ActiveWord Systems Inc. Like macro programs ActiveWords sits in the background and watches as you type. When it recognizes that you?ve typed an ActiveWord it takes the associated action such as replacing your keystrokes with the text you?ve defined"
"File manager that's part of Adobe Creative Suite 2 - ""find files fast track versions across applications link files together and share them in creative collaboration without fear of overwriting someone else's work"""
"""An exclusive feature of the Adobe? Creative Suite Version Cue? helps you find files fast track multiple versions of your files and share your files for creative collaboration"""
"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"
"Part of Active Disk from Iomega - allows software applications to be run directly from an Iomega Zip® disk. Required if you wish the applications to launch on insertion of a disk. Appears as a service in XP/Vista and under the ""RunServices"" registry key in Win98/ME"
"Advanced SystemCare from IObit - ""helps protect optimize clean and repair your computer and Registry."" The PRO version adds automation anti-spyware privacy protection and performance tune-ups"
"Innovative Solutions Advanced Uninstaller PRO - ""easy-to-use suite for uninstalling applications and keeping your computer fast clean and in its best shape"""
"Detected by Kaspersky as Monker.A adware. Note - do not confuse with the Microsoft Agent Server application of the same name as described here - the legitimate file will always be located in the Windows\Msagent folder"
From McAfee VirusScan for logging scanning activities. In some cases if left running it can cause CPU % usage to go between 5-95% or go to and stay at 100%. Disabling it impacts on the reported last scan date. It is reported to cause jerky graphics response in many games. As of version 6 this is a critical component of McAfee and disabling it can cause a PC to lock up
"Added by a variant of the DELF.IT TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
"Alto Memory Booster from Alto Software - boost the computers performance via more intelligent and efficient memory management. MS MVPs (Most Valued Professional) recommend not using memory managers with Win98/SE/ME. See this article and make up your own mind"
"Added by the HEPLANE or STAPREW.B TROJANS! - different filenames have been spotted; examples: msvc.exe kaspersky.exe nrton.exe wins.exe gah32.exe 1.tmp syste.exe alg.exe socks.exe winxpsp2.exe tek9.exe sks.exe hihi.exe s.exe xps2.exe dns2.exe ikav32.exe and more..."
System Tray tool for ASUS video cards. If disabled you lose all the ASUS specific video card options in Control Panel -> Display Properties -> Advanced as well as the System Tray shortcuts toolbar
"AnyDVD - descrambles DVD-Movies automatically in the background and the DVD appears unprotected and region code free. Also removes prohibited operations from the DVD such as skipping adverts - hence the ""U"" recommendation"
"System Tray access to AnyDVD from SlySoft - which descrambles DVD-Movies automatically in the background and the DVD appears unprotected and region code free. Also removes prohibited operations from the DVD such as skipping adverts"
"APC PowerChute® Personal Edition - ""safe system shutdown software with sophisticated power management functions."" Appears as a service in XP/Vista and under the ""RunServices"" registry key in Win98"
"Vital Application Console - part of POS-partner 2000 point-of-sale software from Vital. This is the taskbar icon and is enabled at startup by the "Auto-start when OS starts" option. Required for a connection to be established"
"""Panda ClientShield with TruPrevent is designed for companies that want the best protection for their workstations. It protects against viruses and other known and unknown threats including spam spyware dangerous or time-wasting content phishing scams hackers and intruders"""
"ASIO (Audio Stream In/Out) drivers for the SoundBlaster Audigy 2 series soundcards - for recording and home project studios. Required if you use this functionality"
