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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
    Network protocol serviceXwintcp.exeAdded by a variant of the GAOBOT/AGOBOT WORM!
    NDSTrayUNDSTray.exeConfigFree Tray on a Toshiba laptop. Tray utility for their network switching application which permits switching network devices and settings with a click on the tray icon. While it is not required, for people who span multiple networks and want an easy way to go from wired to wireless and change addresses and other network settings, it's a must have.
    Notebook MaximizerUmaximizer_startup.exeToshiba Notebook Maximizer software; adjust settings to save battery power and increase efficiency
    nawdll32Xnawdll32.exeAdded by the W32/Sdbot-ZM Worm!
    NI.UWFX5_0001_N57M2112XWinFixerScannerInstall[1].exeThis is WinFixer Malware. Note: This Malware file is located in a Documents and Settings\User name\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5 subfolder.
    Network AdministrationXNAS.exeAdded by the ANTILAM.20.Q VIRUS!
    NetPanelUStarter.exeAdded by the Gemius surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself.
    NoAdwareUNoAdwareNoAdware Adware/Spyware remover - initially considerered a "rogue" program - see here . The latest version has since apparently mended its ways: see note
    nsdluaXnsdlua.exeAll-In-One Telcom - adult content dialler
    NTVDMUNTVDM.EXEWindows NT Virtual DOS Machine (NTVDM) for running 16-bit tasks on the 32-bit OS\'s (Windows NT, 2K and XP). Required if hardware on a machine with these OS\'s needs 16-bit DOS drivers. You can find a bit more about NTVDM here
    Newsgroup ml097eXnewsgroup.exe RapidBlaster Variant
    nod32kuiYnod32kui.exe NOD32 antivirus
    NAVWatchXNAVWatcher.exe Detected as VX2.Transponder by Sunbelt
    NaverPCGreenUNPCGreenUpgrader.exeRelated to Naver_Anti-virus Realtime Monitor From NHNCorp. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Naver\NaverPCGreen\
    NAV AgentYnavapw32.exeNorton Anti-Virus's background scanning process
    navapw32Ynavapw32.exeNorton Anti-Virus's background scanning process
    NAV Auto ProtectXdnsserv.exeAdded by a variant of the W32/SDBOT WORM!
    Norton updatedXNVSV32.EXEAdded by the SDBOT.ABH WORM!
    nortonpXnortonp.exe Troj/JD-A Read the link, steals information
    NvCplXwindowsp.exeAdded by a variant of the W32/SDBOT WORM!
    NvInitializeNrundll32.exe,NvQtwk.dll, NvXTInitThought to enable the clock frequency option on nVidia control panels. You can overclock without leaving this enabled
    NB Common Dialog EnhancementsNCOMDLGEX.EXEPart of McAfee Nuts & Bolts. With Common Dialog Enhancements, you can add MRU list box to open dialogs
    NI.UWFX5LP_0001_0715XUWFX5LP_0001_0715NetInstaller.exeWinFixer web installer - Winfixer is "Foistware", pretending to be system optimization, protection and recovery software - stealth installed, see: here
    NetmonwXNetmonw.exeAdded by the TROJ/BDOOR-FX TROJAN!
    ntddetectXntddetect.exeAdded by the TROJ/AGENT-CU or BDOOR-ZAU TROJANS!
    NetbeansXnetbeans.exeAdded by the W32/Delbot-R WORM! Note: Located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K)
    notesXnotepaad.exeAdded by the RBOT.BME WORM!
    netsv32Xnetsv32.exeAdded by a W32/Sdbot-PX worm infection
    NeroFilterCheckUNeroCheck.exeAssociated with "Nero Burning Rom" CD writing software. Checks for driver issues
    NVRTClk?NVRTClk.exeRelated to a Gigabyte video card; unsure whether required
    NAV Auto UpdatesXcsrssp.exeAdded by a variant of the W32/SDBOT WORM!
    NvSvcNnvsvc.exeNVIDIA Driver Helper Service - installed when you change from the WDM drivers to nVidia's latest versions but not requied. Extreme shutdown delays can be encountered with this service active, but no adverse side effects with it disabled. NOTE: If using drivers other than nVidia's, such as Asus, this service may have been renamed to reflect that
    NAVCheckXshman.exeAdult material premium rate dialer
    ntfsmonitorproXntfs64.exeAdded by the W32/FORBOT-EB WORM!
    Netword AgentNnwant33.exeAn interesting browser utility that allows you to navigate by typing a single word or phrase (a "NetWord") related to what you're looking for into your browser's location field. It also puts an icon in the system tray icon that is a circle with the letter N in the center to access the menu faster. Available via Start -> Programs
    NVRotateSysTrayUnvsysrot.dllRelated to NVIDIA nView Control Panel. Note: Located in C:\WINDOWS\system32\
    NAVNetX***.tmp (* =,random digit)Unidentified adware
    Nortons AVS SystemsXarse.exeAdded by the RBOT.AWY WORM!
    NI.UGES_0001_N108M2006Xsetup_en.exeAdded by MyContentAssistant ROGUE program. Rogue Security Programs typically use aggressive, deceptive advertising and may be installed without adequate notice and consent, often through exploits. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\documents and settings\user\application data\
    NetWatch32Xnetwatch.exeAdded by the W32.MIMAIL.C WORM!
    NewsUpdNnewsupd.exeFor Creative Soundblaster Live! series soundcards. System tray application for News updates. Available via Start -> Programs. Also spyware - see here.
    NVHotkeyUnvHotkey.dllRelated to related to nVIDIA_ForceWare Hotkey Service
    nviload32Xnviload32.exeAdded by the W32/SDBOT-VT WORM! Read the link, rootkit type stealth involved.
    NvCplDeamonXnvdisp.exeAdded by the Troj/PeepVie-I TROJAN!
    NTDLMXcsrss.exeAdded by the HALE VIRUS! Note - this is not the valid Client Server Runtime Subsystem (csrss.exe) process, which provides text window support, shutdown, and hard-error handling as this resides in c:\winnt\system32\qossrv
    NTsocketXNoeWinnt.exeAdded by the Ataka-E TROJAN!
    Nvt32Xcomplaint_7251.exeAdded by the TROJ_ARTIEF.B TROJAN!
    NetWorkXcsrs.exeAdded by the AGOBOT.JJ WORM!
    Norton Live Update ServerXcpsdv.exeAdded by the AGOBOT.EW WORM!
    NDAvXsvhost.exeAdded by the W32.Serflog.C WORM!
    Ntech.patchsX(trojan,filename)Added by the LEMIR.G VIRUS!
    NI.UWFX5TXUWFX5TNetInstaller.exeAdded by the Troj/DownLdr-BO TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the Windows\Downloaded Program Files or Winnt\Downloaded Program Files folder.
    Norton SpySweeper AutoUpdateXnavsw.exeAdded by a W32/Forbot-AS worm infection
    NetDyXVisualGuard.exeAdded by the W32.NETSKY.N or W32.NETSKY.W WORM!
    Nod3d2 Free antivirusXN0D32KRN.EXEAdded by the W32/RBOT-ABQ WORM!

    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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