How to Make Your Computer Start Up Faster: Basic Tutorial

Step 1
Go to the Start menu, then Run. In this dialog box, type "MSCONFIG", without the quotes.

Step 2
From this window, go to the "Startup" tab. This lists most applications that load automatically along with the Operating System (when you first boot up your PC.)

Step 3
Uncheck all unnecessary items to stop them from loading during the startup process of your Windows session. If you are unsure what any particular item does, do not disable it until you have done further research on it. Some of the applications listed are important, such as your anti virus program.

Step 4
When finished, click "OK" or "Apply". You will be asked to restart your computer. If you can, do so in order to apply any changes made.

Step 5
There is yet a more basic way to disable some startup items. From the Start menu, go to Programs>Startup. This folder contains some startup applications as well. Simply right-click any of these, then click "Delete."

However, for a complete list of applications, visit MSCONFIG as stated above.