To disable startup programs on your computer, follow these steps:
- Press the Windows key + R
- Type 'msconfig' in the search box, then select it from the results.
- Navigate to the 'Startup' tab in the System Configuration window.
- If you want to disable a startup item, click the box to un-check it.
- Once you have finished disabling, click on 'Ok' to save the changes.
- Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.