|
Item | Description |
| (Default)%SysDir%\matcher.exe | W32/Matcher@MM Virus Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k99072& |
| 1on1mail.htm | VBS.1ON1MAIL Virus Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98724& |
| 3com Modem Manager
(mdmmgr.exe) | 3com
Modem Manager is a program that tells you the progress of your
connection, send and receive speed, and where any problems are
happening.It also creates a animated taskbar icon to access 3com's
options menu. Not required. Can be started manually. http:
//scripts.infoart.ru/it/news/engnews/98/11/18_019.htm |
| fx Task
Manager | System tray
application for fx Voodoo 3/4/5 functions - available via Start
-> Programs. Not required in startup .For more information http://www.fx.com/ |
| fx
Tools | fx icon that
appears in the system tray to access the fx tools. Not required
in startup. Can be run manually For more information http://www.fx.com/ |
| A1000
Settings Utility (cpqa1000.exe) | Compaq A1000 Print Fax All-in-One copy scan
printer software. Required in the startup in order to
scan,Print,copy and fax. !NEEDED! |
| Access Ramp Monitor
(armon32.exe) | The program
is used to monitor your progress on the internet hang-ups,
connection speeds, internet congestion, and traffic flow.It
prevents some games from running also. Not required |
| Adaptec DirectCD
(Directcd.exe) | Allows the user to drag and drop files to a CD-RW. If
this capability isn't used frequently, this doesn't need to be
always loaded. |
| Adobe Gamma Loader.exe | Loads graphic parameters for Adobe Photoshop
Not necessary in Startup. |
| AGSatellite
(AGSatellite.exe) | A
Program from AudioGalaxy that lets you download some Mp392s from
their server. Not required Can be started manually Start->
Programs |
| Ahqtb | More
controls for a Creative sound card. These functions are all
available through the Start menu. |
| Aim
Reminder | Part of AOL
Instant Messenger Not required in Startup |
| AIM
Reminder.exe | The
BUDDYLIST.exe Trojan is downloaded normally through an email where
the member was prompt to check out a Greeting Card or, as usual, a
picture. It then installs the 6 files onto your system, adds the
hidden attribute to them, and monitors for aol. When the member
logs on, it captures the passwords and places it in an email sent
to the Author. Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k10232& |
| Album Fast
Start | Scanner software,
not required for scanner to work |
| Alexa | The Alexa Toolbar 5.0 is a downloadable
toolbar that helps you navigate the Internet as you surf, by instantly
providing you with Related Information about the site you're
viewing. Not required Can be run manually via E0 Start E0
Programs |
| alogserv.exe (alogserv.exe) |
From McAfee VirusScan for logging
scanning activities. It is reported to cause jerky graphics
response in many games. Not required |
| AMD POWERNOW!
(gemback.exe) | AMD
PowerNow! Utility. This utility will optimize your battery life by
managing the CPU speed. With the default setting, the CPU speed
will be decreased when the system is running on battery power.
Required on Laptops |
| America Online 5.0 Tray Icon
(aoltray.exe) | Puts AOL
icon in system tray, not required in startup menu |
| America Online 6.0 Tray Icon (aoltray.exe) |
Puts AOL icon in system tray, not
required in startup menu |
| America Online
Tray Icon (aoltray.exe) | Puts AOL icon in system tray, not required in startup
menu |
| AOL Instant Messenger (TM) (aim.exe) | AOL Instant Messenger Not
Required. |
| ATI GART Set-up Utility | Program that checks the motherboard CHIPSET and
determines which GART driver bundle to install on ATI cards. If you
have one, once installed it shouldn't be required to have
it. |
| ATI Scheduler | Component that remains resident in memory and
automatically launches the ATI VIDEO PLAYER at a user selected time and
date. Not required |
| ATI Task Application | System tray access to common display
functions on ATI Rage Pro video cards.Tasktray program used for
launching display options and programs on systems with an ATI
video cardNon-essential.Not required in startup |
| AtiCwd32 (aticwd32.exe) | Part of a driver enhancement for ATI Graphic
Cards not required |
| Atikey (Atitask.exe)
[atitask] | Launches an ATI
shortcut icon which provides instant access to various programs,
display settings, and the ATI Desktop online help system. Not
required in startup. |
| Attune Download | This is a PC help network that provides
relevant, plain-English messages to help you avoid, or solve, many
common computer problems. It also keeps you current with important
product-support information, helpful tips, and upgrades from major
technology vendors, such as Dell, Hewlett-Packard, Corel, 3Com,
and many others. This program connects to the internet to contact
their homepage, to get the latest updates to your computer.Not
required in startup. |
| Attune Download
(attunel.exe) | This is a
PC help network that provides relevant, plain-English messages to
help you avoid, or solve, many common computer problems. It also
keeps you current with important product-support information,
helpful tips, and upgrades from major technology vendors, such as
Dell, Hewlett-Packard, Corel, 3Com, and many others. This program
connects to the internet to contact their homepage, to get the
latest updates to your computer.Not required in startup. For more
information http://www.aveo.com/ |
| AudioHQ | This
loads the desktop control panel for the Creative Live card. Not
Required |
| Aureal Interactive Audio
(ainit.exe) | For Compaq
PC's with Aureal based soundcards. A sound features won't
work with this disabled. Not required |
| Aureal
Interactive Audio Init (aInit.exe) | For Compaq PC's with Aureal based
soundcards. A sound features won't work with this disabled. Not
required |
| AutoUpdate (xupdate.exe) | Launches Mcafee's quickclean software updates to verify
that the software is up to date. Not required. Can be updated
manually. |
| Avconsole.exe (avconsol.exe) |
This is an Mcafee antivirus program.
Some users don't have AV running all the time preferring rather to
do manual scans. Not required |
| BACKWEB
(userprof.exe) | Automatically detects internet connection and downloads
any available updates. Required for Backweb (Compaq Service
Connection) to function |
| Battery Bar | This is a utility for estimating the amount
of life left on the battery. It can be launched manually when on
battery power. |
| BayMgr | This is a Dell-installed program, DockApp,
which is useful for warm-swapping a battery, DVD, or other item in
the bay. |
| BillMinder
(remind32) | Can be setup
in Quicken to remind user of due payments. It92s your
choice |
| BitMagic (bitloader.exe) | Loads up Bitmagic's Bitplayer 2.0 2.X at startup which
make it easier to access the menu options from the system tray
icon. Not required. Note: If removed this will stop the automatic
download of new editions. |
| BlackICE utility
(blackice.exe) | A Firewall
program by Network ICE Corporation that launches an icon on the
System Tray which has a menu options to offer the following
commands, which provide you assistance with this application: View
BlackICE Attacks,Edit BlackICE Settings,Stop or Start BlackICE
Engine,WWW Network ICE and exit. Required in order to have the
firewall program to work.When you remove the checkmark in msconfig it
rechecks itself back the next time you reboot, better to leave it.You
can also remove it manually in registry editor.
http://www.networkice.com/products/blackice_defender.html
|
| bmlic-1 (loader.exe) | Loads up Bitmagic's Bitplayer 3.0 3.X at startup which
make it easier to access the menu options from the system tray
icon. Not required. Note: If removed this will stop the automatic
download of new editions. |
| Bonzei Buddy | Talking parrot, and monkey. Not required.Can
be run manually |
| bpcpost
(bpcpost.exe) | Microsoft
TV Viewer Post Setup Program. Not i required in
Startup |
| Cal reminder shortcut
(wkcalrem.exe) | Produces a
pop-up reminder of events scheduled using the MS Works Calendar.
Not required |
| CallControl (ftctrl32.exe) |
FaxTalk Messenger Pro is a Windows
TAPI based 32-bit application. When installed, the software
automatically loads FaxTalk CallControl when you start Windows.
When FaxTalk CallControl is running, any TAPI compliant
application can request to use the modem from Windows. Not
required. |
| CallControl 4.X (FTClr32.exe) | FaxTalk CallControl is a program that
resides in the Windows system tray and handles incoming and
outgoing calls. This allows the software to handle incoming and
outgoing communications without requiring the FaxTalk Communicator
application to be loaded into memory. CallControl also provides
convenient direct access to many of the commonly used functions of
FaxTalk Communicator via CallControl92s right-click menu. Not
required if your computer receives any faxes when the phone rings. Can
be started manually |
| Cardscan 300start
(csreset.exe) | This
program is to reset Cardscan 300 scanners when your system starts
up. Not required in the startup menu |
| CBWAttn
(cbwattn.exe) | Required
for Bitware to answer incoming faxes, can cause sleep mode
problems It92s your choice. Not required if you're not using your
computer as a fax machine. |
| CBWHost
(cbwhost.exe) | Required
for Bitware to answer incoming faxes, can cause sleep mode
problems It92s your choice. Not required if you're not using your
computer as a fax machine. |
| CC2KUI (comet.exe) | A Program called Comet Cursor creates a
system tray icon so you can quickly launch Smart cursors or fun
cursors. However, if you do not want the Comet Cursor icon to load
at startup, you may turn it off. Not required. Can be run
manually. |
| CIJ3P2PSERVER (CIJ3P2PS.EXE) |
Compaq printer utility which is required
in the startup menu in order to make the printer work correctly.
!NEEDED! |
| CISRVR Program
(cisrvr.exe) | Related to
Compaq internet setup Not required |
| CleanSweep Smart Sweep-
Internet Sweep | Automatic logging of installs from Quarterdeck/Norton
CleanSweep - available via Start -> Programs - not needed.
Remove the shortcut in the Start -> Programs -> Startup
folder as well. |
| CleanSweep, SmartSweep,
InternetSweep | All three
of these CleanSweep modules can be run manually. |
| Click TheButton
(ctb.exe) | A program from
BonziBuddy that launches an system Tray icon that has a dollar
sign in it that you can access its menu options. Not required. Can
be run manually. |
| Compaq C3-1000 Settings
Utility (cpqc31k.exe) [cpqc31k.exe) | Launches a Printer utility called the
Control Program which includes five tabs: Status, Options,
Cartridges, and About. Each tab contains settings relating to the
operation of your printer and its software. Required in
startup |
| Compaq Internet Setup
(inetwizard.exe) | Runs
Compaq internet setup wizard and offers customera to signup from
ISP list. Not required |
| Compaq Knowledge Center
(silent.exe & matcli.exe) | matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface
that gathers information about your system's identity like your
name email address, city, state.. etc and gets written to a log file
while silent.exe execute matcli.exe quietly in the background.
Compaq Knowledge Center is required to run with the Help and
Support program. If you remove the checkmark on Compaq Knowledge
Center and and then run help and Support it will add another
Compaq Knowledge Center in the startup menu. If you remove the
Compaq Knowledge Center in the add/remove program some help menus
in help and support will not be available like Fix my Presario,
Preference, and Contact Technical Support. It's best to leave it.
|
| Compaq Video CD Watcher | MPEG viewer Not required |
| CompaqPrinTray (printray.exe) | Puts printer icon in systray When this
option is disable you will no longer be able to access the Control
Program or Printer Driver directly from your
desktop.!NEEDED! |
| CompaqSystray
(cpqpscp.exe) | Compaq
Systray icon. Not required in the Startup |
| COMSMDEXE |
3Com tray icon Not
required |
| ConfigServices | Part of initial setup Not
required |
| ConMgr.exe (conmgr.exe) | Connection Manager program which enable you to connect to
your Earthlink's account. Not required Can be run manually by
clicking the Earthlink shortcut on your desktop. |
| Controller |
This starts WinFax Pro at
startup. Required for Winfax to answer incoming faxes.
It92s your choice |
| Cookie Crusher (cookie.exe) |
Launches a system tray icon that
looks like a flashing lightbulb to enable you to access the option
menu. Cookie Crusher, an Internet cookie manager, works with your
web browser to give you complete control over the cookies which
are accepted by and stored on your system. Not Required in
startup. Can be started manually. |
| Cool Note
(cool.exe) | This
convenient notes program is a great way to replace all the little
pieces of paper scattered everywhere. Cool Note version of the
classic Post-itAE can help you organize all of those little ideas
and tasks that you just need to jot down for the moment. An icon
resides in the system tray for easy access. You can write all kinds of
reminders without running out of paper. Not required in startup. Can
be run manually |
| Corel Desktop
Application Director | The
Desktop Application Director (DAD) gives you easy access to all
CorelAE WordPerfectAE Suite 7 applications. available via Start
menu - Not required |
| Corel Registration
Reminder | If you don't
want to register Corel products and be reminded about it every 2
weeks disable it. |
| CountrySelection
(pctptt.exe) | Modem
related, if you remove it, it comes back. It92s better to leave
it |
| CPQDFWAG | Runs Compaq diags on every boot. Not required in
Startup. |
| CPQEASYACC (cpqeadm.exe)
[bttnserv] | For Compaq's
Easy Access button support. Not needed if you don't use these
buttons. |
| CPQinet (cpqinet.exe) | Required for easy access buttons on certain
models, on some models it has to be removed for EABs to be
reprogramable. |
| CPQInet Runtime
Services | For Compaq PC's.
Allows AOL and Compuserve to use the Easy Access buttons for the
internet. Not needed if you don't use the ISP
providers. |
| cpqinkag (cpqinkag.exe)
| That is the Compaq Ink
Agent for some IJ printers, it lets EU's know when their ink
cartridges are getting close to empty (by how many pages they have
printed)Not required |
| cpqns
(cpqnpcss.exe) | Related to
Compaq.Net - if customer does not use Compaq.Net. Not
required |
| CPQSTUTFIX | Cures problems with sound stutter.
!NEEDED! |
| CQSCP2P SERVER | Compaq printer utility which is required in
the startup menu in order to make the printer work correctly.
!NEEDED! |
| CQSCP2PS | Compaq printer utility which is required in the startup
menu in order to make the printer work correctly.
!NEEDED! |
| CreateCD (createcd.exe) | Easy CD launcher icon in
systray, |
| Creative Lab's AudioHQ (Ahqrun.exe) | System tray application for SB Live!
Environmental Audio Control plug-ins - available via Start menu Not
required |
| Creative Lab's AudioHQ (Ahqtb.exe) | System tray application for SB Live!
functions - available via Start menu - not
needed. |
| Creative Lab's Disc Detector | Detects when you insert a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM,
etc. Not required |
| Creative Lab's Program
Launcher | Adds a
quick-launch bar to the top of the display and a System Tray icon.
Not required |
| Critical
Update | Contacts Microsoft
frequently looking for updates. Uncheck it and visit the
update site manually. |
| CSInject.exe | Part of Quarterdeck/Norton CleanSweep
-needed for CleanSweep Smart Sweep-Internet Sweep. Can start
logging manually if this doesn't load when automatic monitoring is
set. Not required |
| CTSysVol | This is associated with a Creative sound
card, and adds volume controls to the Windows volume controls Not
required |
| Cybermedia Guard Dog
(Gdlaunch.exe) | Launches
the Mcafee's Internet Guard Dog Software which protects your data
and lets take charge of how you use the internet. Not required.
Can be run manually |
| CyDoorCD_Load.exe | Advertising Spyware, More Info |
| datcheck
(datcheck.exe) | Keypanic.Trojan When this Trojan horse program is run, it
remaps your keyboard. When you type, an alternate message is
displayed on the computer monitor which is " I am so f__king gay".
Removal Instructions http://v
il.mcafee.com/dispVirus.aspvirus_k98880&
|
| Dcomcnfg (dcomcnfg.exe) | An utility that comes with Microsoft Basic DCOMCNFG.EXE
(known as DCOM Config) is a utility that can be used to secure
distributed COM (DCOM) objects that have been created. Because
security is much more advanced on Windows NT and Windows 2000, the
options differ on Windows NT and Windows 2000 systems. This
program enables Windows NT or Windows 2000 to communicate with an
NT or Windows client and back(assuming that there are no firewalls
or proxy servers involved) |
| Description of Shortcut
(EZTART.exe) | Launches
EZsetup software from Mcafee's Utilities which lets you customize
the appearance of windows (the windows desktop, startup programs,
icons, startup and close screens, and so on)Not required in
startup |
| devldr16.exe | Associated with Creative Labs sound cards. Provides
audio support for DOS applications. If you don't have those,
Not required |
| Digital Dashboard
(devgulp.exe) | Loads
Digital Dashboard options Not required |
| Digital River eBot
(downloa~1.exe) | Launches the Ebot program on startup which creates a
system tray icon. EBot is an "electronic robot" that sits on your
PC's desktop and helps ensure your computer always has the latest
technology, fixes, add-ons, upgrades and "cool stuff." EBot also helps
you download, install and manage your downloadable digital
products. http://www.ebot.com
|
| Disknag (disknag.exe) | This is a little program from DELL that reminds you to
make your backup diskettes. It is not required in
Startup. |
| DMISL | DMI
(Desktop Management Software) for Intel TokenExpress network card
software. DMI support for the Intel network card managed through
the Desktop Management Interface. Not required |
| DMISTART
(win32sl.exe) | This
utility which launches at startup is function is to collect system
information for Client Manager. This DMI (Desktop management
interface)software is made by Intel which is called Intel LDCM
Client Manager and also shipped with Dell systems called Inspector
Software. Not required in startup. |
| DSS |
Broderbund software, Not
required |
| DXM6Patch_981116 (p_981116.exe) |
Win32 cabinet self extractor Not
required |
| EACLEAN (eaclean.exe) | For Compaq PC's. Easy Access button support
for the keyboard. Not needed if you don't use these
buttons. |
| Eapcisetup | Rockwell RipTide soundcard application software. sound
works without it. Not required |
| EarthLink ToolBar 5.0
(etoolbar.exe) | The
EarthLink Toolbar is a tool to help you get to all of the
resources of the internet. EarthLink 5.0 Setup adds a few basic
buttons to the Toolbar, but you can delete these or add more
buttons any time. Not required |
| eFax.com Tray Menu
(Hottray.exe) | Launches
the Efax Messenger software on startup and also creates a system
tray icon with menu options. Efax Messenger is a program that lets
you receive faxes and voicemail by email. Not required in startup.
Can be started manually.For more information http://www.efax.com/ |
| EM_EXEC (em_exec.exe) | Logitech Mouse Driver. Required for full
mouse functionality, but not essential |
| ENCMONITOR
(monitor.exe) | The
Encompass Monitor. This program is the Connect Direct
Program. It is more trouble than it is worth and few use
it. Not required |
| EnsonicMixer
(starter.exe) | Puts the
Ensonic mixer in system tray Not required |
| EPSON Background
Monitor | This little
utility is supposed to keep an Epson printer ready for quick
printing. Users report little difference whether it is on or
not. |
| Essdc (essdc.exe) | Related to sound, sound works without it Not
required |
| Event Reminder |
Part of Dr.Watson Not required in
Startup |
| ewell.htm | VBS.1ON1MAIL Virus Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98724& |
| FaxTalk
CallControl 6.X (FTClCtrl.exe) | FaxTalk CallControl is a program that
resides in the Windows system tray and handles incoming and
outgoing calls. This allows the software to handle incoming and
outgoing communications without requiring the FaxTalk Communicator
application to be loaded into memory. CallControl also provides
convenient direct access to many of the commonly used functions of
FaxTalk Communicator via CallControl92s right-click menu. Not
required if your computer receives any faxes when the phone rings. Can
be started manually |
| FEELitDeviceManager
(feelitDM.exe) | Associated
with Immersion TouchSense devices (Logitech Wingman Force Feedback
Mouse and possibly other peripherals) !NEEDED! |
| Filterguard
(Filtrgrd.exe) | An Icon
located in the lower left of the screen and looks like a
lifesaver. This icon is a 93short-cut94 to access the basic
features of SOS-Guardian, SOS-KidProof Lite, SOS Best Defense and
SOS Pro such as Internet filtering utility. You can access this menu
by 93right-clicking94 on the icon. Required in the startup. But it
can be run manually by creating a shortcut from c:\program
files\sos\Filtrgrd.exe |
| Find Fast | Complete utter waste of space!. Part of
Microsoft Office - searches disk drives for Office file types to make
opening them easier. |
| Fine Print Dispatcher
(fpdisp3.exe) | Compaq
printer !NEEDED! |
| Finish Installing
(bbsmar~1.exe) | It's a
reminder from BonziBuddy the monkey that some files needs to be
downloaded in order to complete the installation. |
| Fix-It Av
(memcheck.exe) | A virus
scanner utility from Ontrack (Trend Micro) that stays in memory
(tsr). This utility is from a program called Fix-It which is a
revolutionary set of computer utilities for maintaining,
operating, tunning, optimizing and anti-virus software for your personal
computer. Required for most users. |
| FlyswatDesktop
(flydesk.exe) | A program
called flyswat that creates a direct links from any word on your
screen to the web's most relevant resources.Starts Flyswat
everytime you boot the system and creates a system tray icon that
is a squared box with a fly in it, to access the menu options. Not
required. can be started manually. |
| FMLITES
(fmlites.exe) | This handy
utility program will present a visual display of your send and
receive modem lights. This program is especially useful for
internal modems. Not Required. Can be run
manually |
| FTUNINST (FTUnInst.exe) | Fax Talk Messenger Pro uninstall program. Not required in
startup |
| Gator (gator.exe) Uses 5% resources | Loads a squared tray icon that looks like an
alligator looking at you so you can access the menu faster and
also to type in your password to login. Can be started manually
Start->Programs->Gator. Not required |
| Go!Zilla Monster
Downloads | Adds System
Tray applet for Go!Zilla. available via Start menu - Not
required |
| GuardDogEXE (Gdlaunch.exe) | Launches the Mcafee's Internet Guard Dog
Software which protects your data and lets take charge of how you use
the internet. Not required. Can be run manually |
| Guardian
(CMGrdian.exe) | Launches
Mcafee's Guardian system tray icon to enable you to access the
menu from the icon. Not required. Can be run
manually. |
| HC Reminder (hc.exe) | Registration reminder. If user is already
registered then it92s not required |
| help"C:\WINDOWS\help.vbs | VBS/Pleh@MM Virus. Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k99063& |
| Hidserv (hidserv.exe) | This is the Human Interface Device Server,
it is required if you are using USB Audio Devices |
| Hotbar | The
Hotbar is an Internet infrastructure utility. It enhances the
surfing experience offering a variety of innovative and fresh
skins to the browser while providing users worldwide with access
to various services of addedvalue and fun. It92s your
choice |
| HotSync Manager (hotsync.exe) | Launches the Hotsync Manager software for
Palmpilot on startup and creates a System tray icon which you can
uses the menu options.Hotsync Manager is a two-way synchronization
of records between your handheld and your computer. Changes that
you make on your handheld or your computer are updated on both
platforms after a HotSync operation. A HotSync operation only
synchronizes the changed portions of data, reducing the time it
takes to complete a HotSync operation.Not required in startup. Can
be started manually. For more information->http://pal
m.3com.com/newspromo/corporate/hotsync.html |
| HP
JetDiscovery | HP JetAdmin
software which monitors printing jobs on a network environment.
Needed if your printing in a network environment |
| HP
Lamp | Hp Scanner Utility
that controls your scanner92s light bulb.
!NEEDED! |
| HP ScanPicture | Used with an HP scanner. It will load when the
scanner is going to be used no need to have it available all the
time. |
| hppswrsev | HP
scanner or printer |
| HPSCANMonitor | HP scanning software that enables you to
scan images from your scanner. !NEEDED! |
| Hpscanpatch |
A patch for use with certain types of
scanners (5100c) !NEEDED! |
| HumanClick
(hc.exe) | A program called
Human Click that launches a system tray icon that is a bell to
access its option menu. HumanClick allows you to communicate with
visitors to your web site and to monitor their comings and goings.
When a visitor enters your site, a bell sound and a flashing
button on the taskbar will notify you. From the Web Operator
Window (WOW), you can see information about the visitor (IP
number, type of browser, what page in your site they are visiting, and
more.). You may send the visitor an invitation to chat (a small
popup screen will invite them to ask for help), and the visitor
may also click on the 'Click to Chat' button in order to talk to
you. Not Required in Startup. Can be started
manually. |
| ICQ NetDetect Agent | This automatically connects to ICQ when the user goes
online. Not necessary, but a convenience. |
| ICSMGR | Monitors DNS and DHCP requests for ICS
(Internet Connection Sharing). Needed if you92re sharing the internet
on various computers |
| Imesh (imeshclient.exe) | Launches imesh at startup and creates a
system tray icon for you to access its menu options.(an unstable
program which crashes the system constanly.) iMesh lets you
download your files from several users at the same time like mp3's
mpg..etc For more information-> http://www.imesh.com/index.cfm |
| imesh Auto Update (wiseupdt.exe) | Everytime you reboot your system, imesh will
check to see if there is an update available to be download.
Cannot be remove in msconfig. It puts back the checkmark after you
remove it. |
| Incontrol desktop mgr
(dmhkey.exe) | Intouch
Control software that adds extra tab in the display properties for
the Diamond Multimedia video card extra settings. Can be run
manually Start->Program->Diamond->Intouch Control 95 Not
required |
| instant access | Scanner |
| IntelProcNumUtility | Disables CPU ID Not
required |
| internat (internat.exe) | Language selection icon in system tray Makes
it possible for you you to switch between installed keyboard
languages and layouts. It92s your choice |
| Introduction-Registration | Should only run first time, PC introduction & Compaq
registration REMOVE IT IF UNABLE TO BOOT FOR FIRST
TIME |
| Iomega Disk Icons | All this does is change the icon form the
Iomega drive. |
| Iomega QuickSync 3 (quicksync3.exe)
[quicksync3] | Launches
QuickSync 3 at startup and creates a system tray icon. A utility
from Iomega that protects you from data loss caused by disasters
such as viruses, power outages, computer crashes and accidental
deletion.Not required in startup. Can be started manually. http://ww
w.iomega.com/direct/products/quiksync_uk.jsp? |
| Iomega
Startup Options | This is related to the Zip drive. It adds the
right-click context menu selections for the Zip drive. It92s your
choice |
| Iomega Watch | Related to the Zip drive-- Not required |
| Iomon98.exe | PCCILIN 98 real time virus check. . Keep it unless
you are sure you will faithfully do manual scans and practice safe
computing. |
| IrMon | This is required for IrDA to be active. |
| isdbdc (isdbdc.exe) | Related to instant internet Not required |
| K6CPU.EXE | Authenticates CPU as K6 in system properties Not
required |
| kagou | KAK virus removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k10509& |
| KAK.HTA | Kak
Virus Removal Instructions http://vil.mcafee.
com/virusSupport/kakRMV.asp |
| KAK.HTML | Kak
Virus Removal Instructions http://vil.mcafee.
com/virusSupport/kakRMV.asp |
| Kernel16 | SUB
Seven Trojan Virus Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k10171& |
| kernel32kern32.exe | W32/Badtrans@MM Virus Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k99069& |
| Keyboard Manager
(mmkeybd.exe) | This
program installs the Hewlett-Packard Multimedia Keyboard Driver
which is part of the HP Pavillion systems.It can also be used on
any HP-Pavilion PC which uses the three-button keyboard. Some
older version of this software launches a system trat icon to
access the menu options.Not required in startup if you don't use the
special keys. Otherwise it's needed (Internet/Suspend/Information) or
the multimedia keyboard with a rotary volume knob just above the
F11 key. |
| Launchboard (lnchbrd.exe) |
LaunchBoard software from Darwin turns
your keyboard into a remote control for the Internet and your
computer! With LaunchBoard 2.0, you can customize up to 38 keys on
your PC keyboard to instantly launch Web Sites, start
applications, perform custom macros, handle Windows shortcuts,
store passwords, and perform loads of other customizable
functions |
| Lexmark PrinTray (printray.exe) | A Lexmark Printer icon. Not
required |
| Lexstart (lexstart.exe) | You92re using a Lexmark printer. The
Lexmark printer software may add Lexstart.exe in the startup
folder to handle print commands that you send to the printer.This
can cause dial-up networking to prompt you to dial your isp. Not
required |
| LIU | Related to Logitech Quick Cam 5.2 - CAM STILL WORKS
WITHOUT IT |
| Load ocraware.exe | This feature allows you to scan directly
into most word processor applications, such as Word, WordPerfect,
etc. Not required can be run manually |
| Load WebCheck
(loadwc.exe) | is
responsible for customizing some of the settings in Internet
Explorer. Loadwc.exe is responsible for adding, removing, and
updating subscriptions. Loadwc.exe also propagates settings for
user profiles. After restarting your computer during Internet Explorer
Active Setup, Loadwc.exe copies Internet Explorer settings that need
to be updated for each user profile. Not required
|
| Loadblackd (blackd.exe) | This launches The black Ice defender engine and the user
interface. If you remove this in the startup you will not have a
operational blackice.BlackICE Defender is an intrusion detection
product, that also has some firewall capabilities. It is designed to
protect against unsolicited incoming intrusions, and it logs the
information about these intrusions.For more information http:/
/www.networkice.com/products/blackice_defender.html |
| LoadPowerProfile (rundll32.exe
powrprof.dll,LoadCurrentPwrScheme) | This is required if you are using Power Management
(accessed through Start|Settings|Control Panel|Power). If
so, there will be two instances. This is normal. |
| Loadqm | Loads the
MSN Explorer Query Manager--a waste of resources and bandwidth.
Not required |
| Logitech ImageWare Control
Center | This programs
allows you to do all basic scanning functions with a Logitech
Pagescan Color scanner. Not required in startup. Can be run
manually. |
| Logitech Wakeup (lgwakeup.exe) | lgwakeup.exe loads at startup and monitors
the scanner. When a document is inserted in the scanner the wakeup
program feed the document at a fraction of a inch into the scanner
and then it launches the control center software. From the control
center you can select whether to fax or copy or peint the scanned
documents. If you remove the logitech wakeup software from the
startup it no longer launches the control center or feeds the
document a fraction of an inch. You can manually launch the
control center software the Start--> program and still able to
scan images. Not required |
| Lotus Organizer Easy Clip |
The Easy Clip icon automates the
collection of information from sources such as e-mail to create an
Organizer address, appointment, task or Notepad page. Not
required, Can be run manually |
| Lotus Quick Start |
Lotus also has a central application,
called SmartCenter, which runs on the Windows desktop. The
SmartCenter toolbar stretches across the top or, optionally, the
bottom of the screen and uses the metaphor of a filing cabinet to
provide quick access to SmartSuite's applications, reference
materials or Internet-supplied news and information. It takes a
lot of resources. Not required to run. Can be run
manually. |
| Lotus Suite Start | Suite Start Icons appear on the taskbar when you start
Windows. It92s required or you92ll get error messages like Unable
to load Organizer APl file: orgapi32.dll. It is very important to leave
this in the startup group. !NEEDED! |
| LS120
Superdisk | Supposed to
accelerate transfer rate on LS-120, contributes to system
lockupsNot required |
| LVComs
(lvcoms.exe) | Lvcomm
server, part of Logitech QuickCam CAM STILL WORKS WITHOUT
IT |
| Lwinst Run Profiler | Logitech Wingman Profiler for the Logitech joysticks. Not
required. Can be run manually. |
| Lwinst Run Profiler
(lwtest.exe & Lwemon.exe) | A Wingman Profiler utility from Logitech
that creates an icon that is a big W on the system tray to access
the option menu. WingMan Profiler allows you to customize your
WingMan gaming device's behavior for a particular game. You will
most likely only need to use WingMan Profiler rarely, because
WingMan Profiler preconfigures most games for you.Not required in
startup.Can be run manually. |
| LXSUPMON (LXSUPMON.EXE) | It is for a Lexmark Printer. The printer
should work fine without it, |
| Machine Debug
Manager (mdm) | Used
by developers for debugging. Those who have encountered it
have unchecked it with no degradation in
performance. |
| MapNDrive (MapNDrive.exe) |
A Consumer Login scripting tools that
enables you to logging to a map drive. Needed. |
| Matrox
Powerdesk | Powerdesk is a
Matrox utility incorporated into your Windows display properties.
Powerdesk allows you to tweak your Matrox card to your liking. Not
required |
| McAfee Guardian (CMGRDIAN.EXE) | Launches McAfee's Uninstaller software at
startup. We've all got a junk drawer, but not all of us have a maid
to clean it out. The Uninstaller automatically identifies and
removes the unnecessary files that accumulate in your pc. Not
required. Can be run manually. |
| McAfee Image
(image32.exe) | Launches
Mcafee's Utility software wizard (mcafee Image)to create an image
snapshot of the critical sectors on your hard drive. In the event
these sectors are corrupted by a disk crash or virus, Image can
use the snapshot to restore your hard drives. Not required. Can be
run manually |
| McAfee VirusScan
Registration | Pop-up
reminding McAfee VirusScan owners to update to the latest
version.Not required |
| Mcafee
Wingauge | Monitors your
system and alerts you to potential problems, including impending
hard disk failures. Not needed - can be run manually via Start
-> Programs. |
| McAfeeVirusScanService
(avsynmgr.exe) | From
McAfee VirusScan version 5.x. Runs VirusScan System Tray
(Vsstat.exe), WebScanX (Webscanx.exe), VirusScan System Scan
(Vshwin32.exe) and VirusScan Consol (Avconsol.exe) under one
application. Scanning can be enabled via Start -> Programs if
required. |
| McAfeeWEbScanX | Antivirus program. Keep it unless you
are sure you will faithfully do manual scans and practice safe
computing. |
| MDAC_RUNONCE (runonce.exe) |
MDAC Run Once Wrapper. This is
required fo Microsoft Data Access Components. Although it should
only 'run once', it actually runs once per session and is
therefore required by MDAC. !Needed! |
| MediaRing Talk
(mrtalk.exe) | Media Ring
Talk, voice recognition software, takes a lot of resources, can be
run manually for more information-> http://dl.mediaring.com/scri
pts/ad/?adcorporate&urlhttp://www.mediaring.com/products/produc
ts.html |
| Memturbo | This is a program used for freeing up
memory. It is shareware and can significantly improve
performance. |
| MGAVRTCL.EXE
(mgavrtcl.exe) | MGAVRTCL.EXE is part of the Mcafee's anti-virus software
that stays in memory(TSR) to protect you from viruses. It also
creates a System Tray icon that looks like a shield so you can
access the menu options. Needed for most users. |
| Microangelo
Desktop | Quick access to
MicroAngelo 5.0. Not required - can be run manually via Start
-> Programs. |
| Microsoft Critical
Update | Detects and
installs critical updates from the Microsoft site. Most
users prefer to install these manually. |
| Microsoft
Find Fast (findfast.exe) | This program is unnecessary and troublesome when it is
running. |
| Microsoft Greetings Reminders |
You really want to be reminded about
somebody's birthday at the expense of resources?. Not
required |
| Microsoft Office Shortcut Bar |
Alternative shortcuts to the Start ->
Programs way of running applications installed as part of
Microsoft Office. Some people prefer it but a better way is to
create Desktop Shortcuts if you want access these programs
quickly. |
| Microsoft Office Startup | A resource hog and not needed.
If quick access to Office is needed, put a shortcut on the
desktop. (Some users report that unchecking this item cause
difficulty. Bear this in mind if it is removed and
performance is degraded.) |
| Microsoft Sidewinder Game Controller
Software | Pre-loads
profiles for games. Not needed - can be run manually via Start
-> Programs. |
| Microsoft Webserver | Personal web server program which enables
you to create and host a web server from your
computer. |
| Microsoft Works Calendar
Reminders | You really want
to be reminded about somebody's birthday at the expense of
resources?. Not required |
| Microsoft Works update
Detection | Detects and
installs updates from the Microsoft site. Most users prefer
to install these manually. |
| MINIFERT.EXE | Part of Backweb. Not required |
| Minilog
(Minilog.exe) | This
activates ZoneAlarm's logging module.Minilog is part of ZoneAlarm,
and does the logging of intruders to the log file.
Needed! |
| Mirabilis ICQ | If
connected to the internet, automatically runs up ICQ. Convenience
more than anything. ICQ can be started from Start ->
Programs |
| Mixghost | This is
management software for Altec Lansing speakers. If a change
is needed, the user can launch it from the Start
menu. |
| mmtray | Places a
Music Box Jukebox icon in the system tray. The program works
fine without it. |
| MoneyAgent (money
express.exe) | Part of
Microsoft Money Not required |
| MotiveMonitor
(motmon.exe) | Watches
for errors and attempts to assist in resolution through the
internet and email. Not required |
| Mount Safe &
Sound | From McAfee
VirusScan version 5.x. Creates back-up sets of critical files in a
separate area of a hard drive. If you make regular back-ups it's
not needed and can be painful during system
start. |
| MSKernel32 (WINDOWS\SYSTEM\MSKernel32.vbs)
| LOVE-LETTER-FOR-YOU.TXT.VBS Virus Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98617& |
| MSMSGS (msmsgs.exe) | MSN instant messanger that starts automatically at
startup. Can be started manually. Not required. |
| MSN
Messenger | MSN Messenger
utility starts up automatically every time you start Windows. If
you don't use MSN Messenger, this can be annoying. Not required
Can started manually |
| MSNQuickView | A Microsoft Network Toolbar that launches at
startup. Not Required |
| Mstask see Scheduling
Agent | Can be setup to run
several applications at specified times, ie; defrag, scandisk,
etc85 These applications can be started manually It92s your
choice |
| MSUser32 (WINDOWS\SYSTEM\MSUser32.vbs)
| LOOK.vbs Virus Removal
Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98631& |
| NAV
defalert | Norton
Anti-Virus Definitions Alert. Warns you if virus definitions are
out of date. You should update definitions on at least a weekly
basis anyway if you use the internet regularly. Leave it if you
think you might forget. |
| Nav_setup (nav_se~1.exe) | It's a software from mcafee that is
partially installed or someone cancelled the installation
process. |
| Ndetect | If
connected to the internet, automatically runs up ICQ. Convenience
more than anything. ICQ can be started from Start ->
Programs |
| NeoPlanet (neo.exe) | Starts Neoplanet automatically when in the startup and
creates a system tray icon that you can access it's options.
NeoPlanet, Inc. connects companies with their customers through dynamic
desktop software, integrated with versatile, customer-interacting
infrastructure. |
| Netsonic (webmain.exe) | An Internet accelerator program thats speeds
Web surfing by using its proprietary cache technology to store all
of the main text and graphical elements of a Web page. It creates
an system tray icon that you can access Netsonic's Option menu.
Not Required Can be started manually. |
| Netsonic Pro
(webmain.exe) | An Internet
accelerator program thats speeds Web surfing by using its
proprietary cache technology to store all of the main text and
graphical elements of a Web page. It creates an system tray icon
that you can access Netsonic's Option menu. Not Required Can be
started manually. |
| Netword Agent (nwant33.exe) |
An interesting browser utility that
allows you to navigate by typing a single word or phrase (a
"NetWord") related to what you're looking for into your browser's
location field.It also put an icon in system tray icon that is a
circle with the letter N in the center to access the menu faster.
Can be run manually ->Start->Programs->Netword Agent Not
required |
| network.vbs | Network.VBS Network Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98477& |
| NetworkSetup
(Dlink.exe) | A program
that launches a system Tray icon that is a big letter "D" that
enable you that access the following menus.1 Our Homepage 2.Update
Notification 3.Warranty Registration 4.Contact Support. Not
required in startup. Can be run manually. |
| Netzero
(nzstart.exe) | Starts the
Netzero free isp software at bootup. Can be run manually. Not
Required. |
| Netzip smart downloader | This programs lets you adds Pause, Resume, and Reconnect
to your downloads. Not needed. Can be run manually. |
| NomdCheck | Same
has QuickenSeMessage an option Not required |
| Norton
AutoProtect | This is
Norton's real-time scanner for viruses. It can save a lot of
grief in the event an email with a contaminated
attachment. |
| Norton Crashguard Monitor |
Troublesome program that doesn't
actually work with Windows ME so Norton removed it from
SystemWorks 2001. Generally considered an unstable program, most
users avoid it. |
| Norton Email Protect | This is a feature which sets up a proxy
server to isolate the main system from email-borne viruses.
If this feature is not desired, it is recommended that it be
turned of in the programs control panel under Options|E-Mail
Protection. When it is inactivated incoming email is still
scanned as it is saved to your hard disk, but no proxy server is
involved as an additional layer of protection. |
| Norton System
Doctor | A major resource
hog, you will be well off without it. |
| NovastorSchedulerd | NovaStor NovaBACKUP Scheduler back-up utility.If you
don't have regularly scheduled back-ups you can run it
manually.Not required |
| NPROTECT | Norton Protected Recycle Bin from Norton
Utilities. Adds an extra layer of safety before you remove deleted
files from the Recycled Bin. Its your choice |
| nscheck
(nscheck.exe) | A High
Speed Internet Accelerator software from Netsetter that launches
at startup. Required if you want to run the software. Causes
problem with isp software such as AOL..etc. For more information
http://www.netsetter.com/ |
| oadaemon
(oadaemon.exe) [oadaemon] | The oadaemon.exe program is a background process that
establishes connection with the C3-1000 device, it's other
function is to watch general status of device and for scanner button
presses. So oadaemon.exe must be running in the background to do
printing because the oadaemon program establish the connection to
the C3-1000. !Needed! |
| OEMCLEANUP
(oem_reset.exe) | Resets
OEM installation settings at bootup. Not required unless you're
new to PC's. |
| Office Startup
(osa.exe) | Speeds up
launching of office programs Not required |
| Onflow (unistall
onflow.exe) | This program
clears the onflow player from your system.Onflow is a Internet
company that offers a online advertising program.This software
comes with Gator software Not required http://www.onflow.com/su
pport/index.php |
| Operator | Media Pilot operator, in Win.ini. Locks port
open Not required |
| pagekeeper jobs | PageKeeper Jobs is a separate PageKeeper
program that handles the analysis of new documents and keeps track of
the location and content of current documents in PageKeeper.
Pagekeepers comes bundledwith scanners such has HP, Microtek, etc.
It92s your choice. |
| Password Pal (passpal.exe) |
Password Pal runs as a tray icon on
the Windows taskbar. Right-clicking the Password Pal icon will
display a menu of available options. Password Pal was designed to
allow you to store password and account information safely and
securely in a single place. The database of account information
that Password Pal maintains is encrypted on disk and can only be
accessed with a single master password that unlocks the
information.Not required in startup. Can be run manually.
|
| PCHealth (pchschd.exe) | This is a part of Windows Millennium which
provides Restore functionality. !NEEDED! |
| PCTVOICE
(pctvoice.exe) | The
program PCTVoice is used by the modem to interface with your
computer and also used for some V.80 functions for Video
Conferencing. Not required in startup |
| Pe2ckfnt SE
(chkfont.exe) | 93Chkfont.exe is used to check whether the fonts are
installed properly on your computer or not.This utility comes from
Ulead Photo Express 2 SE software.If you don't want to execute it,you
can remove it in the startup menu. Not required |
| Photo Express
Calender Checker SE | If you create multiple Weekly/Monthly/Yearly calendars to
use as your wallpaper, Photo Express will replace the wallpaper
automatically. Photo Express 2.0 has a calendar checker which
checks the date on your system and updates your wallpaper accordingly.
Not required. |
| PiDunHk (pidunhk.exe) | Launches a Orb icon from Prodigy Internet on
the System Tray icon to access the various menus. Not required in
startup. Can be run manually.For more information->http:
//www.prodigy.com/pcom/prodigy_internet/pi_index.html |
| PiStartup
(pistartup.exe) | Launches
the Prodigy Internet enrollment Connection Wizard in order to
create a Internet account. Not required. Can be run manually in
Start->Programs->Prodigy Internet.For more
information->http:
//www.prodigy.com/pcom/prodigy_internet/pi_index.html |
| Pointer
(point32.exe) | This is
mouse utilities, from Microsoft and is required for the wheel to
work with full functionality. |
| Power Meter | This is a Dell-installed monitor for battery
strength and AC power source for batteries. It can be manually
launched when it is needed. |
| Power Reg
Scheduler | Displays
reminders to register software. Not
required |
| pp5300USB | A
Paperport software that monitors the status of a Visioneer
OneTouch 5300. Not needed Can be run manually |
| Primax
Mouse | For scroll mouse
(you do not need this if you don92t have a scroll mouse) Its your
choice |
| Promon.exe (promon.exe) | Intel Pro100 + network card icon in the system tray by
the clock. These tools typically display the LEDs on the NIC, and
information about the link status, duplex mode, etc. None of the
functionality of such agents is necessary required. |
| Prpcui |
This is a Dell-installed program
which relates to Intel's Speed-Step. It provides an easy way to
disable speed step. Its icon can be removed from the taskbar in
the Preferences settings. |
| Ptsnoop.exe | This is a modem driver used by several
software modems to monitor the COM port. Its functions become
active when the modem is in use. |
| Q shlf|Quick Shelf
(encicons.exe) [qshlfed] | Launches an icon on the system tray that looks like a
dictionary that enable you to open Encarta world Dictionary from
the icon. http://www.microsoft.com/catalog/display.asp?
subid22&site10471&x26&y3
|
| Qagent | The Quicken program is controlled by a separate utility
program called the Quicken Download Manager (also known as
Qagent). When the Quicken Download Manager option is enabled,
background downloading takes advantage of unused bandwidth to download
current financial information anytime your computer is connected to
the Internet. Not required |
| QBCD autorun |
To run Quick Books CD, Not
required |
| QD FastAndSafe | Automatically runs Fast & Safe clean-up from
Norton/Quarterdeck Cleansweep. Deletes safe to remove files such as
Temporary Internet Files (cache). Recommended you run it manually. Not
required |
| QuickenSEMessage | Quicken option , Not required |
| QuickShelf 99 |
Places an icon in the system tray for
launching Microsoft Bookshelf. Use the Start menu or a shortcut
instead. |
| RamBooster (Rambooster.exe) |
RamBooster is a free program that
frees up Ram. This is done by forcing Windows to remove all the
data that is not currently needed from the memory. Not required in
startup. Can be run manually. For more information http://www.sci.fi/
~borg/rambooster/index.html |
| Rave 2 (rave.exe) |
Rave 2 is a Windows application that
allows you to talk (just like a telephone conversation) to your
ICQ contacts, or to any other person at a fixed IP or domain name
address. It creates a system tray icon that you can access the
menu options. Not required. Can be started manually
|
| Real Jukebox Systray | This is the Jukebox counterpart to Real Player. It
makes no discernible difference if it is not
running. |
| RealTray (realplay.exe) | A similar program to Real Jukebox Systray
for RealPlayer v7. Not required |
| Refresh | Part of
Iomega Zip Drive, Not required |
| Register Drop
Handler | A Program that
works with Still Image monitor software for USB Cameras
andScanners. It92s a drag & drop utility for imaging
devices. |
| Register MediaRing Talk (register.exe) | If you don't want to register MediaRing and
be reminded about it every bootup disable it. |
| Regtrk |
This is Norton's Registry Tracker.
Leave it checked if you want it to monitor changes in the
Registry. |
| Reminder (reminder.exe) | Money Express in Microsoft Money reminds you
about upcoming bills and allows you to quickly enter payments into
Money without opening the program and accessing the appropriate
account. To turn this feature on or off, open the Tools menu and
select Options. Click the Bills and Deposits tab in the new
window. At the top of this window, check or uncheck the box next
to Use Money Express. Not required at Startup. |
| Reminder-cpqXXXXX (remind32.exe) | Compaq printer Registration, Not
required |
| RFTray | Reality
Fusion GameCam Video Interaction Technology Software that comes
with the Logitech QuickCam PC Video Camera and other Usb Cameras.
It is only a icon that appears on your system tray Not requiredCan
started manually. |
| Ring Central
Fax | Only needed if
customer wants PC to answer faxes automatically. It92s your
choice. |
| rnaapp | Used in Dial Up Networking. It loads when you
initiate a connection. There is no particular reason to have
it load at startup. |
| Run
(WINDOWS\SYSTEM\list.vbs) | List.vbs Virus Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98726& |
| run |
Multiple run in the startup. Usual
symptoms include system not shutting down or rebooting, and system
very slow on boot and while operating. Deleting file does nothing,
removed checkmarks from startup simply doubles the number of
entries (30+) in startup that refer to msdos98.exe. Also, there is
a win98.exe - this is a back office virus that turns the users'
unit into into an internet server so hackers can have access to
any unit running this program. |
| run
(temp\list.vbs) | list.vbs Virus Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98726& |
| runhpfsched | This program pops up a reminder to register a new HP
printer or scanner. It is not required |
| Sasrv | sound
extension for windows Not required |
| Savenow
(savenow.exe) | This
program is installed by software such as Imesh,and other software
that comes bundled with Savenow. Savenow is also identified as
SPYWARE, meaning that it transmits data from your machine to other
machines on the Internet. Not required.For more information -> http://www.whenu.com/index.html<
/A> |
| ScanRegistry (WINDOWS\list.vbs) |
LIST.VBS Virus Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98726& |
| ScanRegistry (scanregw.exe) | This program scans your Registry at startup
and makes copies. Useful for backing up in the event of a
corrupted Registry. !NEEDED! |
| Scheduling Agent
(mstask.exe) | Keep
this if Task Scheduler is being used. a general-purpose
scheduling program that comes preconfigured to maintain the
computer's hard disks by running programs such as ScanDisk,Defrag
and Disk Cleanup scheduled times. You can also use Scheduling
Agent to schedule programs to run at specified intervals. These
applications can be started manually These applications can be started
manually and it not required |
| Service
Connection (sccenter.exe) | This is Backweb also Not required |
| ShockmachineReminder
(smreminder.exe) | Creates
a Shockwave icon in your system tray that notifies you about new
content on shockwave.com. Shockmachine is a digital media player
that lets you save your favorite Shockwave.com titles, control
your entertainment experiences with VCR-style buttons, and play
back your titles in full-screen mode or even offline. Not required.
|
| SHPC32 | Compaq printer utility which is required in the startup
menu in order to make the printer work correctly.
!NEEDED! |
| ska.exeska.exe | The Happy99.Worm can be received as an email
attachment or from newsgroup postings. The attachment is usually
named Happy99.exe. When executed the worm opens a window titled
Happy New Year 1999 and shows a fireworks display to disguise its
installation. The worm sends itself to other users when infected
computer is online. Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k10144& |
| Sm56acl | SM56
Software Modems system tray icon. Not required |
| SMS Client
Service | When the SMS
Client service starts on a domain controller, the Client service
modifies the SMSCliToknAcct & user account group membership,
user rights, and account comment. The Client service then waits
for the synchronization of the comment to verify that the account
and user rights are properly set for this account. This account is
used to obtain a token to start the SMS Client processes, such as
the Software Inventory and Software Distribution agents. (Microsoft
systems Management Server) |
| SMS Win9x Message Agent | This program assigns a user to a Systems
Management Server site |
| Snsicon (snsicon.exe) | Launches a leaf icon on the System Tray to
enable a screensaver Program from Second Nature. The screensaver is
a high-quality images from different image collections published
by Second Nature Software, which can be used as screen savers and
wallpaper. The photographic or painted images include colorful
outdoor scenes, warbirds, fantasy, castles, sailing, steam
engines, and more. The program features a "Slide Show Toolbar"
which controls the wallpaper and screen saver settings. Not
required in startup. Can be run manually. |
| Sonic A Control
(vrtxctrl.exe) | Sound related options Not required |
| SpeedRacer |
Software for a Creative sound
card. Not required at startup. |
| Spinner Plus
(spinner.exe) | Spinner
Plus lets you listen to over 100 channels of music broadcast from
Spinner.com. Spinner Plus uses RealNetwork's G2 technology to
provide high-quality online audio. The technology adjusts the
audio streaming to match your Internet connection speed, which
helps eliminate sound distortion or choppiness. Spinner Plus
starts automatically when its in the startup menu.Can be run manuallyE0
StartE0 ProgramE0 Spinner Plus |
| SS Runner V3.0
(runner.exe) | Launches a
Screensaver program by synthesoft that creates a system tray icon
which enables the screensaver and also that you can access it's
option menus. Not required in startup Can be run manually.
|
| SSPDSRV (ssdpsrv.exe) | Provides Simple Service Discovery Protocol
(SSDP) and General Event Notification Architecture (GENA) services
for Universal Plug and Play functionality. |
| Startacc
(startacc.exe) | Launches
Webroot's Accelerate 2000 software that speeds up your Internet
connection by up to 300%. Not required in startup. Can be run
manually. |
| Startup | Part of Iomega Zip Drive, Not required |
| Startupmonitor | This is a freeware tool which monitors the startup list
and provides a warning when an application tries to add something
to it, which allows the user to determine whether to allow the
addition. |
| StateMgr (statemgr.exe) | Another portion of Windows Millennium
required for Restore functionality.!NEEDED! |
| Still
imageMonitor (Stimon.exe) | The still image monitor (stimon.exe) is a program
installed by Windows Millennium Edition (Me) and Windows 98 when a
Universal Serial Bus scanning device is successfully enumerated. It is
configured to load and run automatically at startup, and is loaded
from the registry key. Stimon.exe enables a USB still-image device
(scanner) to initiate data transfer to another program. This is
called 93push model94 behavior and is exemplified by scan
buttons on scanning devices that iniates scanning. Stimon.exe
contains two modules: Event Monitor and Control Center. Event
Monitor detects events from connected USB scanning devices while
Control Center determines how to react to these incoming events.
Not required |
| Stutfix | Cures problems with sound stutter
!NEEDED! |
| SXGDSENU (sxgdsenu.exe) | Sleep related !NEEDED! |
| SymTray - Norton
SystemWorks | Keeps all
System Tray icons for Norton SystemWorks together to reduce
clutter. SystemWorks includes Norton Anti-Virus, Norton Utilities
and Norton CleanSweep - mentioned elsewhere here. Personally I
only have Norton eMail Protect running which doesn't need
SymTray. |
| SynTPEnh (syntpenh.exe) | On Laptops 96 Required for touchpad
features to work !NEEDED! |
| SynTPLpr
(syntplpr.exe) | On Laptops
96 Required for touchpad features to work
!NEEDED! |
| Sysdoc (sysdoc32.exe) | Norton System Doctor helps keep your computer free of
problems and running at peak efficiency. By default, Norton System
Doctor runs quietly in the background, continually monitoring your
computer's operating environment. It can alert you immediately when
conditions require attention. Not Required in startup. Can be run
manually. |
| System DLF
(cpqdiaga.exe) | A Compaq
Diagnostic record system utility which allow you to view
information about your computer's hardware and software
configuration. Not required Can be run manually. |
| SystemBackup
C:\WINDOWS\MTX_.EXE | W95.MTX has a virus component and a worm component. It
propagates by email. It also infects some Win32 executables in
specific folders. The virus has the capability to block access to
certain Web sites. This may prevent you from downloading new virus
definitions. Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k10144& |
| SystemTray (systray.exe) | Required for your clock and other items in
the System Tray. !NEEDED! For more information ->h
ttp://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/Q128/1/29.asp<
/TD> |
| SystemWizard Sniffer | A program from SystemSoft that solves hardware and
software problems on your PC It92s your choice |
| T4UMHF5C:\WINDOWS\TEMP\T4UMHF5.VBS | VBS/Anjulie@MM Virus Virus Removal
Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k99055& |
| Taskbar Display Controls | Only appears in MSCONFIG if you have a
Display Settings icon in the System Tray allowing resolution
changes on the fly. Can also be disabled under Start ->
Settings -> Control Panel -> Display -> Settings ->
Advanced -> General. if you remove it, it comes back. It92s
better to remove it manually |
| TaskMonitor
(Taskmon.exe) | This is a
Microsoft utility which keeps track of the rate of usage of
programs to make defragging more efficient. With short seek
times and high transfer rates of today's hard drives, it is
probably superfluous Not required |
| TCAUTIEXE
(tcaudiag) | A program from
3COM that creates a system tray icon that you use to run the 3com
NIC diagnostic program. Momentarily place your mouse cursor over
the 3com icon to obtain network traffic(frame sent, frame received
and link speed) and information about the installed NIC. .Not
Required. Can be run manually. |
| TGCMG | Related to Rogers@Home, causes errors in
WinSock32.dll. Not required for connection to work. |
| Time Sync Add
Client | For palm pilots,
and Pda92s needed in the startup in order for those devices to
function properly |
| Timemanager.exe | An easy to use program for recording how you
spend your time, designed to help you in billing multiple clients.
Not required |
| Tips | Provides tips for using the mouse--probably Not required
by most users. |
| Touch Manager | A keyboard utility. Not required for
Windows, but a very nice program. NOTE: some users report that
unchecking this item resulted in loss of screen and power
saver functions. |
| Tour
(Wincool.exe) | A program
that reminds you to watch the Windows Millennium Interactive Video
Sampler. Not required |
| Trayzip (trayzip.exe) | A Zip Compression utility that creates a
system Tray icon that says zip in blue. You can just click the right
mouse button on the TrayZip icon to bring up the menu options. Not
required. Can be started manually. |
| Trickler (fsg.exe)
| This program is
installed by software such as Roger Wilco, Snood and other
software that comes bundled with Gator. Gator is also identified
as SPYWARE, meaning that it transmits data from your machine to
other machines on the Internet. Not required.For more information
-> http://pe
te.rogerwilco.com/bbs/Forum1/HTML/002789.html |
| TrueVector
(vsmon.exe) | Required for
users running the ZoneAlarm firewall. ZoneAlarm is dependent on a
component called TrueVector. TrueVector monitors and controls
Internet access on your computer. By default, TrueVector
(vsmon.exe) is configured to run as a service when your system
boots up. Currently, the TrueVector service continues to run when
you close any client, until you shut down your computer or the
service in the services manager. This ensures that security rules are
enforced when your computer is running, even if no one is logged
on |
| TVWakeup | Hidden
TV Control from Microsoft Web TV, Not required |
| TweakDUN | An
utility to optimize your Internet Browser Software. TweakDUN
promotes faster Internet data transfer rates and faster downloads
by eliminating fragmentation of data packets. It92s your
choice |
| TweakUI | Tweak UI
lets you adjust dozens of tiny settings without having to mess
around with the registry. Some users will need to have this loaded
at startup to enable some of its options. If TweakUI is used
to enter a network password it will be listed
twice. |
| updatemgr.exe (updatemgr.exe) | Once a month, your EarthLink 5.0 Update
Manager contacts EarthLink's servers to check for software updates. If
an update is available for your EarthLink software, Update Manager
will inform you and, with your permission, download and install
the update. Not required. Can go to http://www.earthlink.net and
download the updates manually |
| USB Hub Keyboard
Patch (skbpatch.exe) | USB HUB Update extends the support of Windows 98 USB Hub
for newer USB Technology. Needed |
| USBMMKBD | A program for usb keyboard
Needed |
| User32DLL (WINDOWS\User32DLL.vbs) |
LOOK.vbs Virus Removal Instructions
http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98631& |
| Usrobotics
online registration | Pop-up reminding customers to register their products
online at Us Robotics.Not required |
| VidSvr | Web TV
channel guide Not required |
| VirusScan
Console | From McAfee
VirusScan up to version 4.x. Used to schedule regular scans. If
you don't have scans scheduled ,then its not
required |
| VirusScan System Scan | From McAfee VirusScan up to version 4.x.
McAfee's real-time scanner - scans files on Run/Create/Copy/Rename.
Normally disabled as it interferes with other programs. Scan files
manually. |
| VirusScan System
Tray | From McAfee
VirusScan up to version 4.x. Runs if you have any of the VirusScan
options running. |
| Vistascan (vistascan.exe) |
Included in VistaScan are VistaAccess
and VistaShuttle. VistaAccess gives you quick and easy access to
scanning functions right from your desktop. For Windows users,
you'll see a scanner icon in the Windows Tray of the Taskbar.
Click this icon and a menu opens. Not required |
| Voodoo2 (fxv2ps.dll) | Loaded and run via RUNDLL32.EXE to launch
the UpdateRegSettings function to restore Voodoo2 registry
settings that can't be retained normally. Essential for
fx/Voodoo2 owners. !NEEDED! |
| VortexTray | System Tray application for Aureal Vortex based
soundcards. Can be run manually via Start -> Settings ->
Control Panel. Not needed |
| VoyetraTray | This provides an abbreviated Control Group
for the Turtle Beach Montego II sound functions/associated with
AudioStation 3 and 32. |
| VsecomrEXE (vsecomr.exe) | McAfee nag popup to encourage users to
upgrade to the latest version. |
| Vshield | McAfee
virus scan. Not required if manual scans of downloads and disk
contents are faithfully done--should remain checked for most
users. |
| Vshwin32EXE (vshwin32.exe) |
Also McAfee. Not required if manual
scans of downloads and disk contents are faithfully done--should
remain checked for most users. |
| VsStatEXE
(vsstat.exe) | McAfee
antivirus program. If you are careful about downloads and
faithfully perform manual virus scans this can be unchecked.
For most users, however, it should stay. |
| W3kNETWORK
(W3KNET.DLL) | The Web3000
Network technology displays unobtrusive online advertising
services to Internet savvy users through a network of installed
software products. The advertising allows developers who are part
of the Web3000 Network to offer these products to you at no cost.
Needed in the startup for customers that has software like Netsonic,
etc. Not required http://www.web3000.com
/partners/index.asp |
| Washer
(washer.exe) | Windows
Washer utility from webroot which automatically cleans your
browser's cache, cookies, history, mail trash..etc. when loaded in
the startup menu it displays a system tray icon that look like a
sqeegy that can perform timed cleaning. Can be run manually ->
Start->Program Not required |
| washindex | Windows Washer from Webroot Software. Useful
utility that deletes safe to remove files. Re-instates itself in
MSCONFIG every time you run it : |
| Watchdog Program
(watchdog.exe) | MONITORS ISP/DIALUP CONNECTION Not
required |
| Wcmdmgr.exe | It
will periodically contact WildTangent servers to see if an update
is available for your system and allows us to make the product
exceptionally reliable. You can control its behavior, or disable
it completely, inside your Windows Control Panel.(It is a
visualization for the Winamp mp3 player) Not required http://www.wildtangent.com/ |
| Web
outfitter tray (sttray.exe) | Launches the Intel web outfitter software at startup and
creates a system tray icon which enable you to access the option
menus. Chip manufacturer Intel has announced that its WebOutfitter
service http://www.intelweboutfitter.c
om/ for Pentium III processor owners is now live on the Web.
WebOutfitter delivers , animated and immersive content, tools
and tutorials that are designed to enhance the Internet experience
users of Pentium III processor-based computers. Intel is using the
service as a significant value add for consumers that have
upgraded to new Pentium III models once they must first register
at the site. Members of the service will get specialized plug-ins,
have access to technical guidance on a variety of topics as well
as be directed to a variety of theme sites, such as shopping and
entertainment, in the Site Seeing section. Not required. Can be
run manually. |
| WebHancer Agent
(whagent.exe) | System Tray
application that starts up Webhancer software. A Software that
optimizes your web browser. A waste of system resources. Not
required |
| Webshots | Screensaver program that automatically downloads from the
webshots web site. Not required http://www.webshots.com/ho
mepage.html |
| WhenUstart.exe (Whenu.exe) |
WhenUShop will launch itself
automatically and appear on the left side of your browser when you
surf to a retail shopping site covered by WhenUShop. It will
provide you with lots of helpful information that saves you time
and money. It will disappear from your screen when you surf to a
site that WhenUShop does not cover.Not required in startup. Can be
started manually For more information ->http://www.whenu.com/tour.html |
| Win32DLL (WINDOWS\Win32DLL.vbs) |
LOVE-LETTER-FOR-YOU.TXT.VBS Virus
REMOVE IT |
| WinampAgent (winampa.exe) |
Launches a System Tray icon which you
can access Winamp Player easier and it's menu options.Not
required.Can be started manually from Start -> Programs.For
more information on this Software ->
http://www.winamp.com/ |
| WIN-BUGSFIX | LOVE-LETTER-FOR-YOU.TXT.vbs Virus Removal
Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98617& |
| Windows
Eyes | For blind people,
gives a voice description of items on the screen. Windows
application which gives you total control over what you hear, when
you hear it, and how you hear it. Not needed Can be run
manually |
| Windowsc:\msdos98.exe | This is a trojan which pretends to be
compressed pictures. The trojan is 78K and has been sent with the file
named mine.zip to some AOL users. The zip file contains the file
MINE.EXE which is able to install the trojan to Windows PCs which
have the DLLs for Visual Basic 5 installed. Removal Instructions
http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k10567& |
| WinFAT32WinFAT32.EXE | VBS.Loveletter virus Removal Instructions http://
vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k98617&
|
| Winkey | This is a
freeware Windows macro program which can be used to launch
programs and open folders with Windows key combinations. Users
rate it worth the RAM it uses. |
| Winmgmt.exe | Used for Enterprise Management. If you
are not an IT Administrator you don't need it to be
running. |
| winmodem (winmodem.exe) | Software Modem utility system tray icon. This is not
required |
| Wkcalrem | The Works Calendar Reminder. Leave it checked if
you want the calendar to remind you of something. |
| WKDETECT | An
program that automatically looks for updates for Microsoft
Works. The user can easily do this manually at convenient
intervals. |
| WorksFUD
(wkfud.exe) | A marketing
program for Microsoft Works. Not required |
| Yahoo Pager
(ypager.exe) | Yahoo!
Messenger allows you to send instant messages. Using Yahoo!
Messenger, you can see when friends are online and chat back and
forth with them, like having a real conversation. Not required Can
be run manually http://p2.yahoo.com/pager/
|
| zBrowser Launcher (commandr.exe or Itouch.exe)
| Launches a keyboard
software from Logitech named Key commander or Itouch on startup
which creates a system tray icon which you can access the menu
options. This software lets you program various key on the
Logitech keyboard to open programs and internet web site with a
touch of a button. Needed in startup for users of logitech
keyboards For more information->http://www.logi
tech.com/cf/support/kybdfiles.cfm |
| ZipDisk Icons |
Creates a Zip Drive icon on the system
tray -- Not required |
| ZoneAlarm (zonealarm.exe) Uses 7%
resources | Launches
ZoneAlarm at startup and creates a System tray Icon which you can
access the menu options.!Needed! Please note that if users select
not to run ZoneAlarm on startup in the Configure panel, then it
will not load as a service.(Minilog & True Vector) For more
information on this product ->http://www.zonea
larm.com/products/za/index.html |
| ZoneAlarm Pro
(zonealarm.exe) | Launches
ZoneAlarm Pro at startup and creates a System tray Icon which you
can access the menu options. Please note that if users select not
to run ZoneAlarm Pro on startup in the Configure panel, then it
will not load as a service.(minilog & True Vector) Needed! For
more information on this product -> http://www.zone
alarm.com/products/zap/index.html |