Some Windows programs are more convenient to have running in the background and out of the way. We'll show you how to avoid needing to manually minimize a program every time you run it.

This week's how-to is how to make an application automatically start up in Mac OS X when a specific user logs in. Also, the application we're going to use as an example will give you alerts when ...

Every time you boot your computer, you probably have a few programs you always start up immediately. Here's how to set them to start up automatically whenever you turn on your PC.

If you don't mind longer boot times, it's fairly easy to make Windows auto-load your favorite apps and/or documents.

Microsoft made this selective startup capability possible by including a special folder that application developers use to make their programs start whenever you boot your computer.

To delay startup programs on Windows 11, use Task Scheduler to create a task that triggers at log-on or startup. Alternatively, antivirus tools like BitDefender, Norton, or Kaspersky offer built ...

Boost Windows 11 boot speed by delaying startup apps. Manage background programs via Task Manager for faster system performance.