Windows Vista computers have several enhancements over previous versions of the Windows operating system. However after a few months of use Vista might take a long time to boot up. This is caused by several different problems. Most commonly it happens when too many programs try to load up simultaneously when you start your computer. So you need to pick and choose which programs are important and that you absolutely need to start up when your computer boots up. Other can be easily disabled.

To disable any program from automatically starting up, go to Start – Control Panel.

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In the Control Panel look for Change Startup Programs under Programs. Click on change startup programs.

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This will load up Windows Defender – Software Explorer. The category should be Startup Programs. This will give you a list of all the programs that load when your computer powers on.

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In the Windows Defender window, the right column gives you details what any program is about. Select any program on the left to look for details on the right. If there are any programs that you don’t need to startup then simply disable it. You will see a confirmation screen (seen below). Click Yes to continue and that particular will no longer load with your computer.

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