Do a Start-> Run-> "msconfig", then click on the "startup" tab to see what programs are starting up. Post the results. This are the only 4 programs loading up when my computer starts up
I use this website to figure out if any startup items are harmful/unnecessary.
http://www.processlibrary.com/ If process seems to be suspicious, I enter it into <Find a proces> field and get a quick description of what it is.
I've talked to a small computer manufacturer in my city who can install XP-Pro (legally of course)to the rest of my computers for a discounted price.
You can save money by installing Windows XP-Pro by yourself. The latest issue of PC Magazine published a detailed instructions on how to replace Windows Vista with XP by yourself.
