Re: Services: Auto vs. Manual vs. Disabled

No idea about µSoft defaults!

Ian's suggestion regarding services http://theeldergeek.com is the link I would have suggested.

You give no indications as to how long the boot is taking. I would look at Error Reports in Event Viewer and problematic drivers before casting my eye over Services. Also the presence of Symantec or McAfee on a lesser resourced computer can have a significant impact on performance.

Where did you get your recommended list of services? If you post a link one of us may be able to spot "dodgy" advice!

What RAM and what is the size and free space for the system volume?


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Hope this helps.

Gerry
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chacmool wrote:
Running XP Pro.
Looking for the following:
1. What are the µSoft defaults?
2. Which Services can REALLY & TRUELY be disabled (for faster
boot time)?

I have "disabled" most of the <recommended> services...only to
find that I can not re-install certain software (ie. HP's
Officejet All-in-One).

I've played with the services....been able to re-install
software...but only by luck.
I'm not sure which ones should be Auto or Manual or actually
disabled.

NOTE: Only one computer no home Network.

In advance, thanks for your help.

.

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