How to Remove the Windows Startup Script

Windows startup scripts can be removed using the Microsoft Management Console.

Windows startup scripts are batch script executable files that load when the operating system starts up. These scripts are often used to run programs and utilities, such as anti-virus and disk scan applications, to improve the usability and health of the computer. You can also save time by customizing your computer to automatically load your favorite email and chat software upon startup. When you no longer want to run a specific startup script, you can remove it by configuring the computer configuration policies within the Microsoft Management Console.

Instructions

1. Click the "Start" button, then click "Run."

2. Type "mmc" in the empty "Open" field and press "OK" to open the Microsoft Management Console.

3. Click "File" in the menu bar of the Microsoft Management Console and then click "Add/Remove Snap-in."

4. Click "Group Policy Object" located in the left panel in the "Add or Remove Snap-ins" window. Click "Add," then "Finish," and then "OK."

5. Click "Console Root," then "Local Computer Policy," then "Computer Configuration," then "Windows Settings" and then "Scripts (Startup/Shutdown)."

6. Double-click "Startup" in the right window pane to access the Windows startup scripts.

7. Click the Windows startup script that needs to be removed, and then click "Remove." Click "OK" to save the changes.

References

• Microsoft Windows XP: Assign Computer Startup Scripts