Diana,  Try reading... Windows startup programs. What are they? Are they required? How can I disable them?  It explains in detail what you're trying to accomplish.   List of the programs are found at... Windows startup programs - Database search  As it explains things, programs like Dell Webcam Manager can be disabled. It will activate when you use a program that it's needed for. The same goes for the Java. Not sure what the GrooveMonitor Utility is. Just remember to make a system restore point in case there is an issue, you can always go back to what you have.   Rick
By this screenshot, can anyone tell me if any of these programs is unnecessary? It take my Laptop ages to be ready to use! There's one called N/A which I clicked so the description is on the right panel. It's an Inspiron 1525 on Vista.[IMAGE] 
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