1. Open your System Preferences.

• Use the search bar to locate the System Preferences app, which will show up as an image with various gears; click and open it.

2. Adjust your Users & Groups settings as needed.

• First, select your current user. • Next, click on Login Items and uncheck any of the programs you don't want launched automatically when you boot up your laptop.• Depending on the version of OS you're running, you may also need to select Login Options and then Automatic Login to ensure these changes stay in effect each time you reboot.

3. Review your system boot settings to ensure your changes are successful.

• You can adjust your System Preferences at any time or check back in after rebooting to make sure your login and boot settings have been adjusted successfully.