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StartupList Index

Currently 16937 startuplist entries and growing...
Last updated on 2008-07-04 18:52:24 Eastern.
!! THESE ARE STARTUP PROGRAMS AND NOT TASK MANAGER PROCESS ITEMS !!


For more information on startup programs, including how to identify them and the information required for submitting additions to this list please refer to Content & Info. Reprinted with permission from Paul Collins who owns the copyright to the list. CastleCops also adds additional items that may not be in the original list but attempts are made to ensure the original is also updated. The full HTML list is here.

CastleCops is now hosting the official Pacs-portal forums. CastleCops has also cross-referenced startup entries with our File Hash database where appropriate. Comments or questions can be fielded here.

KEY:
  • "Y" - Normally leave to run at start-up
  • "N" - Not required - typically infrequently used tasks that can be started manually if necessary
  • "U" - User's choice - depends whether a user deems it necessary
  • "X" - Definitely not required - typically viruses, spyware, adware and "resource hogs"
  • "?" - Unknown

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    ABC List: A - B - C - D - E - F - G - H - I - J - K - L - M - N - O - P - Q - R - S - T - U - V - W - X - Y - Z



    Random sampling...
    NameStatusFilenameDescription
    gwumUgwum.exeGigabyte utility manager. Loads if you have a Gigabyte motherboard and got a full bundle of utilities installed. Monitors CPU, fans, BIOS etc. Only used by system "tweakers"
    GDAXX(path to file)Added by the BACKDOOR.RANKY.K TROJAN!
    gcasServUgcasServ.exeMicrosoft, formerly Giant AntiSpyware
    gencrootXgencroot.exeAdded by the Troj/HacDef-X TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the Windows or Winnt folder.
    GhostStartTrayAppNGhostStartTrayApp.exeSystem Tray access to Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version
    Gerenciamento de arquivos do WindowsXWinmod32.exeAdded by the Troj/Dloader-WG TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the Windows or Winnt folder.
    gameutil.exeUgameutil.exePart of Redline RegTweak as supplied with Sapphire ATI graphics cards. You can configure different overlclocking settings on a per game basis and this sets those conditions following a re-boot
    gaSrveXgaSrve.exeAdware downloader, identified by Panda antivirus as Trojan.Downloader.ALQ
    Games AccelerationXsvshost1.exe Troj/Dloadr-AWD
    GomAudioUGoma.exeRelated to Gom_Audio, O4 - HKCU\..\Run: [GomAudio] C:\Program Files\GRETECH\GomAudio\Goma.exe from GRETECH Note: Located in \%Program Files%\GRETECH\GomAudio\
    Gadwin PrintScreenNPrintScreen.exeGadwin PrintScreen - utility to capture, print or save the current window
    Generic Host Process2 System BackupXscvhost2.exeAdded by the W32/Rbot-BAH WORM!
    Games toolbarXrundll32.exe,[path],tbGame.dll",DllShowTBTopconverting.com/180Search "Games Toolbar" adware
    GTVEpgUGTVEpg.exeRelated Got_All_Media Control your TV tuner and other Utilities from your PC. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\Got All Media\Components\
    GoBack Polling ServiceUGBPoll.exe Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    gimmysmileysXgimmysmileys.exeAdded by the Downloader.VB.xu identified by ewido. Note: More_info
    GremlinXintrenat.exeAdded by the DOOMJUICE VIRUS!
    Gadu-GaduNgg.exePolish language Instant Messaging client
    GEARsecNgearsec.exeInstalled by Apple Quicktime package - iPod/iTunes CDRW support. Can be disabled if you only require Quicktime player
    gdien32Xgdien32.exeAdded by the TROJ_MULDROP.X TROJAN! Be sure to read the link on this one, it drops multiple Trojans.
    Greetings Workshop RemindersNGWREMIND.EXEYou really want to be reminded about somebody's birthday at the expense of resources?
    gameXpatcher.scrAdded by the Troj/PSW-ED Trojan Read the link, steals information
    GetcaYInfoMyCa.exeRelated to Wireless-G Network Monitor from Linksys. This process should not be removed to ensure that your network connections are working. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\BELKIN USB Wireless Monitor\
    GBMLite7AgentYGBMAgent.exe Genie_Backup_Manager_Professional - "total system and data protection solution that combines ease-of-use and robust performance. It allows users to perform fast backup and recovery jobs reliably, and protects all MS Windows based desktops, laptops, and networked systems against various types of threats such as system failure, human error, and disaster."
    GoBack Tray IconUGBTray.exeSystem Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users
    gCacXgcac.exeAdded by the Tactslay.U TROJAN! Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\%WINDIR%\ folder.
    gramdate?2Stop.exe??
    Generic Host ProcessXSCHOST.EXEAdded by the W32/RBOT-NC WORM!
    GameDriveNGDTask.exeRelated to GameDrive Virtual Driver from FarStone Technology, Inc. Run PC games without the disc. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\FarStone\GameDrive\
    google toolbarXggtb32.exeAdded by the W32/AGOBOT-RR WORM!
    GoogleBot.exeXGoogleBot.exeAdded by a variant of the Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Agent.cre TROJAN! Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\
    GSOrganizerNGSOrganizer.exe GoldenSection Organizer (now WinOrganizer - personal information manager
    Graphic DriverXsmss32.exeAdded by a variant of the WIN32.RBOT WORM!
    GsiconexeNGsicon.exeADSL modem monitor from Eicon Networks (as used by BT for its Broadband internet service for example). Can safely be disabled without affecting the connection - all this does is give an indication of connectivity and access to the diagnostic facilities
    GBMPro7AgentYGBMAgent.exe Genie_Backup_Manager_Professional - "total system and data protection solution that combines ease-of-use and robust performance. It allows users to perform fast backup and recovery jobs reliably, and protects all MS Windows based desktops, laptops, and networked systems against various types of threats such as system failure, human error, and disaster."
    GCC Reminder?gccrem.exeAssociated with AcraMax Greeting Card Creator. Is it a registration reminder?
    gouday.exeXreadme.exeAdded by the BEAGLE.C WORM!
    GuardianNCMGrdian.exeMcAfee's QuickClean, an offline version of the one in their online Clinic. Normally run offline and not needed. Incidentally, incorporates more cleanup programs than the likes of WinOptimizer and System Mechanic
    Google UpdaterNGoogleUpdater.exeDownloads and installs updates for Google applications (Google Earth, Google Desktop, etc.) Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Google\Google Updater\
    google Intrenet ExplorerXgoogle.pifAdded by the W32/RBOT-ARA WORM!
    GDriveNGDriver.exeFound on IBM systems. All it does is set the CDROM drive letter to G:. Set your drive letter manually via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> System -> Device Manager
    GoogleDCClientNGoogleDCC.exe Google Compute Client - only present if you installed the Google Toolbar with "Google Compute" client active. Does complex calculations in the background when idle. If you want to turn it off go to your browser, click on the little double-helix on the Google Toolbar, and click "Stop Computing". No longer supported
    goXcvir.exe W32/Silov-A Read the link, very destructive, replaces EXE files with copies of itself
    GnetmousUgnetmous.exe.htm" target="_blank">Genius NetScroll mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features
    gssomaticXgssomatic.exeSearchcentrix hijacker
    gtydfXiisca.exe Troj/Clagger-BB
    GemStRmWNGemStRmW.exeFor a GemPlus smart card reader. If it doesn't start automatically when you insert the smart card, start it manually
    GlobalSCAPEX(filename.exe)Added by the W32/Rbot-AYM WORM!
    g.exeXg.exeAdded by the Backdoor.Graybird.Q TROJAN! Read the link, rootkit type stealth involved.
    gaSrvXgaSrv.exeAdware downloader, identified by Panda antivirus as Trojan.Downloader.ALQ
    GetRight - Tray IconNGETRIGHT.EXEGetRight from Headlight Software - download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. The freeware version is/was spyware. The registered version isn't if you don't install the Aureate/Radiate software. Available via Start -> Programs
    GatorXgator.exe Gator eWallet adware. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here
    GigaByteXCheatle.exeAdded by the SHODI.B VIRUS!
    Giganews AcceleratorUGiganewsAccelerator.exeRelated to Giganews_Accelerator A Usenet service. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Giganews Accelerator\
    GrooveMonitorYGrooveMonitor.exeRelated to Microsoft_Office_Groove_2007 Groove Folder Sharing synchronization (GFS). If you kill it, your GFS workspaces may not synchronize properly (particularly around unread-marks), and you might experience some nagging discomfort. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office12\

    This is NOT a list of tasks/processes taken from Task Manager or the Close Program window (CTRL+ALT+DEL) but a list of startup applications, although you will find some of them listed via this method. Pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL identifies programs that are currently running - not necessarily at startup. For a list of tasks/processes you should try the list at AnswersThatWork. Therefore, before ending a task/process via CTRL+ALT+DEL just because it has an "X" recommendation, please check whether it's in MSCONFIG or the registry first. An example would be "svchost.exe" - which doesn't appear in either under normal conditions but does via CTRL+ALT+DEL. If in doubt, don't do anything.
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