Pink - No publisher information exists, either because the digital signature doesn't exist or publisher information is not included in the program.

Green - Startup entry was recently added since the last Autoruns scan, probably due to the installment of a new program.

Yellow - Startup entry exists, but cannot link itself or find the program installed on your computer.

To narrow down the possibilities of having unknown files and folders continually running in the background, pay close attention to the entries in highlighted colors. We have a detailed guide on startup programs that you can safely disable to speed up Windows, so if you are not sure about which programs to pick, give it a read. Other tabs, like Drivers and Services, can also have a significant impact on your performance. Most of the programs in your logon tab are not necessary and can be deactivated without harming your PC. If, for example, an Adobe Update isn't listed under Adobe Systems Incorporated, it might be malware.

Categories will also assist you in identifying pesky malware under the guise of official software.

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