I need help identifying processes running and how to shut them down so
that I can free up memory...I have anywhere from 80 to +90 processes
running. I have 2gb memory and 80%-90% is always being used? I have like
12-16 svchost running and have no idea what they are.

I scan my entire cpu every night with AVG and win def...It says I have
a clean computer.


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Viracocha711

Viracocha711 wrote:


I need help identifying processes running and how to shut them down so
that I can free up memory...I have anywhere from 80 to +90 processes
running. I have 2gb memory and 80%-90% is always being used? I have like
12-16 svchost running and have no idea what they are.

I scan my entire cpu every night with AVG and win def...It says I have
a clean computer.

I would also scan with Malwarebytes Antimalware (MBAM). Get the free version
from www.malwarebytes.org.

Then if the machine is clean, do clean-boot troubleshooting to determine
what is running. To identify things you see, Google the process name.

How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista -
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;929135

Using the System Configuration Utility:

Start OrbSearch boxtype: msconfig and when it appears in the Results box
above, right-click and choose "Run as Administrator".

If you are prompted for an administrator password or for a confirmation,
type the password, or click Continue. Then see what is on the Startup tab.
You don't need to restart immediately, but the next time you do you'll get
a dialog saying you've used the Utility. Usually in Vista this will be
blocked by Windows Defender and you'll need to allow it so you can then
tick the box that says in effect, "don't bother me about this again".

Important - Do not use the System Configuration Utility to stop processes.
Instead, use Services.

Start OrbSearch boxtype: services and when it appears in the Results box
above, right-click and choose "Run As Administrator". Confirm elevation as
needed.

The free Autoruns program is very useful for managing your Startup -
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/sys...s/default.mspx - Autoruns

Malke
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Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic!
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Is there a good free (I will pay if it is worth it) program that a
novice could use to safely identify and control what processes are
running? I know there has to be way to many running on my machine that
do not need to be. 85-95 processes at any given time?

I downloaded auto-runs however, I am not confident I know which
programs to remove from the start-up. I know I sound ignorant, and I am,
but I do want to learn...Anyway, any tips for using AutoRuns would be
greatly appreciated!


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Viracocha711

Viracocha711 wrote:


Is there a good free (I will pay if it is worth it) program that a
novice could use to safely identify and control what processes are
running? I know there has to be way to many running on my machine that
do not need to be. 85-95 processes at any given time?

No, the way to identify programs/processes as I already told you is to
Google the names.

I downloaded auto-runs however, I am not confident I know which
programs to remove from the start-up. I know I sound ignorant, and I am,
but I do want to learn...Anyway, any tips for using AutoRuns would be
greatly appreciated!

If you're uncomfortable using AutoRuns, perhaps a better course of action
would be for you to have a competent local computer professional take a
look at the machine. S/he will quickly know whether your computer is
infected, can optimize it, and show you how to maintain your machine for
not a great deal of money.

I'm not trying to push you out of the newsgroups, mind you. It's just that I
don't know how comfortable you would be with doing anything else. I'll give
you a few more links that might work for you.

http://aumha.org/a/loads.htm - What loads at Startup?
http://www.theeldergeek.com/services_guide.htm
http://www.blackviper.com
http://www.liutilities.com/products/...rocesslibrary/

Malke
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Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic!
FAQ - http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/#FAQ

yes. process scanner. google is your friend

and also lighten up. 80-90+ processes. WOW i have 39 -50 at MOST
go to start-run-type msconfig- see start up tab- click on it- there u
will see what starts up when u boot up

also go type black viper services
or

'Windows Vista Service Pack 1 Service Configurations by Black Viper'
(http://www.blackviper.com/WinVista/servicecfg.htm)

if u have vista with sp1

have fun!!
disclamer. i am not responsible for system crashes or any harmful
events


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kiddieboy12

kiddieboy12;955791 Wrote:
yes. process scanner. google is your friend

and also lighten up. 80-90+ processes. WOW i have 39 -50 at MOST
go to start-run-type msconfig- see start up tab- click on it- there u
will see what starts up when u boot up

also go type black viper services
or

'Windows Vista Service Pack 1 Service Configurations by Black Viper'
(http://www.blackviper.com/WinVista/servicecfg.htm)

if u have vista with sp1

have fun!!
disclamer. i am not responsible for system crashes or any harmful
events


?????"and also lighten up. 80-90+ processes. WOW i have 39 -50 at MOST"

I am not a computer expert...I know I have to many processes running. I
need a way of IDENTIFYING what each process is and then a way of
shutting them off so that they do not automatically start?

I am going to the website "Black Viper" and see if I can figure
something out...???????????????????????????????????????


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Viracocha711

On Mon, 2 Feb 2009 11:20:32 -0600, Viracocha711
wrote:

I am not a computer expert...I know I have to many processes running. I
need a way of IDENTIFYING what each process is and then a way of
shutting them off so that they do not automatically start?

This won't be a quick process. You MAY have to Google each service to
find out what it is. Much of what you see is probably something
proprietary to your computer.


I am going to the website "Black Viper" and see if I can figure
something out...???????????????????????????????????????

Good place to start.

T A K E Y O U R T I M E ! ! !

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try to keep at minuimin
i have 3 start up programs


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kiddieboy12

Thanks!


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Viracocha711

also. try to lower some service's. and disable UAC

services such as parental controll. if u dont use it then disable it
or set it on manual

also look for brinks tutorial for faster preformance and boot up


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kiddieboy12