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5 Best MSConfig Alternatives to Improve PC Startup and Performance
If you want to configure the startup apps in Windows, these apps are the best
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Published onJuly 3, 2024
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Managing startup programs is crucial for optimizing your Windows system’s performance. While MSConfig is a handy tool, there are several alternatives that offer more features and control. Here are the top 10 best MSConfig alternatives to help you manage your startup programs effectively.
What is the best MSConfig alternative for PC?
1. Autoruns
Autoruns provides detailed information about auto-starting locations, making it easier to manage startup programs comprehensively compared to MSConfig.
2. WhatInStartup
WhatInStartup is user-friendly and allows you to control startup programs effectively with a simple interface.
3. Process Explorer
Process Explorer offers advanced features to identify and manage processes with more depth compared to MSConfig.
4. Task Manager Deluxe (TMX)
TMX provides a clutter-free interface and real-time monitoring, making it a powerful alternative to MSCONFIG.
5. Daphne
Daphne offers unique features like scheduled process termination and alpha transparency settings, providing versatile process management.
Additional Windows tools that can replace MSConfig
Windows Task Manager
The built-in Windows Task Manager’s Startup tab provides a quick and simple way to manage startup programs, though it lacks the depth of other alternatives listed here.
Services.msc
The Services management console provides detailed control over Windows services, which can be crucial for system performance and startup management.
These alternatives to MSConfig provide various levels of control and detail, ensuring you can choose the one that best fits your needs for managing startup programs and system processes.
If you still want to use MSConfig, here’show you open it on Windows 10. Also, did you know that you canchange the number of processors in MSConfig?
For any other questions or suggestions, hit the comments section below and let us know.
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Claudiu Andone
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His abrupt interest in computers started when he saw the first Home Computer as a kid. However, his passion for Windows and everything related became obvious when he became a sys admin in a computer science high school.
With 14 years of experience in writing about everything there is to know about science and technology, Claudiu also likes rock music, chilling in the garden, and Star Wars. May the force be with you, always!
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Claudiu Andone
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Oldtimer in the tech and science press, with 14 years of experience in writing on everything there is to know about science, technology, and Microsoft
