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Which software to uninstall?

bibousiq7 Posted messages 91 Status Member -  
tribun Posted messages 64900 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   -
Hello,

I have an ACER Aspire 8930G laptop. Its startup is very slow (over 2 minutes) and I've noticed that many programs launch at startup, especially Acer software.
If someone owns one, could they tell me which software I can safely remove from my laptop? I'm hesitant to do it without guidance. Additionally, if you know a way to obtain a list, I could provide it to you.
Thank you!

Configuration: Acer 8930G Laptop, Windows 7, Firefox 3.6

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    tribun Posted messages 64900 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   12 687
     
    Hello
    In the msconfig startup menu, you don't delete anything, you simply uncheck it and prevent Windows from launching the program at startup; you can always check it again later.
    But Windows does not delete the program. You still have access to it through your programs, icons, shortcuts, etc.
    Perform a disk cleanup through Accessories and System Tools; check everything for cleaning.
    Delete your restore points.
    Perform a defragmentation.
    Check the free space left on your hard drive.
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