5 replies to this topic

[Racer]

When you turn stuff off, do they come back on automatically the next time the computer is turned off/on ?

[Stormy{CAN}]

Only if they are still set to automatic. There are also some that when set to manual will start with Windows if there is something that requires that service.

[Racer]

How do you find the ones that are not set to manual or auto ?

It sounds like I'm better off leaving well enough alone !!

[Stormy{CAN}]

http://www.theelderg...vices_guide.htm

Prefer this one over Blackviper for novices as it is easier to read and understand whether a particular service is needed or not.

[PerfectSilence]

I wouldn't read too much into it, Racer. I've turned off all the services, applications and programs I don't need or want and I have yet to experience a major problem. By process of elimination you can always fix a mishap that may happen when turning off a service too. If it turns back on by itself that means that somewhere in the program settings it is set to turn on with a windows start, so you'd have to go into the program and change that setting. Don't hesitate to do this stuff, it can save a lot of start up time and processing power.

[Racer]

Thanks !