How Do I Block Unwanted Programs on Windows 7?

How do I block unwanted background programs in Windows 7?

Windows 7 / 8/ 10:

1. Click the Windows button (used to be the Start button).
2. In the space provided at the bottom type in “Run” then click on the search icon.
3. Select Run under Programs.
4. Type MSCONFIG, then click OK. …
5. Check the box for Selective Startup.
6. Click OK.
7. Uncheck Load Startup Items.
8. Click Apply, then Close.

How do I find out what programs are running in the background windows 7?

#1: Press “Ctrl + Alt + Delete” and then choose “Task Manager”. Alternatively you can press “Ctrl + Shift + Esc” to directly open task manager. #2: To see a list of processes that are running on your computer, click “processes”. Scroll down to view the list of hidden and visible programs.