Prevent Unwanted Programs from Starting with Windows.
Many applications start up when you boot your Windows computer, but you can turn off some of these in Windows Settings under Apps > Startup, and others in the settings for that specific application. However, some applications are stubborn, and this is where Autoruns comes in. This free application is offered by Sysinternals, a subsidiary of Microsoft, and it gives you a complete list of everything that starts up when Windows boots. It also allows you to disable things from starting at boot. Autoruns is a useful tool for IT professionals and anyone who wants to learn more about their computer's background processes.