Windows 7: Define start programs

Startup programs can slow down the PC. We will therefore show you how to set startup programs under Windows 7.

Deactivate autostart programs under Windows 7

1. Open "Start"> "Run".
2. Enter "msconfig" here and confirm with [Enter].
3. Then switch to the "Startup" tab.
4. Remove the tick from the programs that should not be started automatically when the PC starts up. Confirm with OK".
5. You may have to restart your PC.

Video tip: switch off hidden autostart programs under Windows 7

Windows 7: Add a new autostart program

1. Open "Start" again and click on "All Programs".
2. Find the "Startup" folder and right click on it.
3. Select the "Explorer" option from the context menu.
4. Copy the desired programs into this folder. They will run at the next start.

You can also edit autostart on Mac OS X. You can read about how to do this in another practical tip.