WkDetect.exe

How do I disable the WkDetect from running on my startup?

I have Microsoft Works 2002 in my Dell Computer running Windows XP. I have
tried to stop the WkDetect.exe from running by disabling it on the startup in
the System Configuration Utility, but it always returns.

I only use Microsoft Word 2002 from the Microsoft Works 2002 that I have
installed in my computer.

Bruce
Sun Sep 30 16:15:59 CDT 2007

gayboylaca wrote:
> How do I disable the WkDetect from running on my startup?
>
> I have Microsoft Works 2002 in my Dell Computer running Windows XP. I have
> tried to stop the WkDetect.exe from running by disabling it on the startup in
> the System Configuration Utility, but it always returns.
>
> I only use Microsoft Word 2002 from the Microsoft Works 2002 that I have
> installed in my computer.


In most cases, with "well-mannered" applications, it's usually as
simple as opening the undesired program and deselecting the option to
"display icon in the system tray" or to "start when Windows starts."

Remember, Msconfig was designed to be a troubleshooting tool, not a
"startup configurer." Use MSConfig to determine the location of the
command that is attempting to start the program, and remove it. To
cease the selective startup notifications, either return your settings
to the way they were, or permanently remove the undesirable programs
from your startup configuration.

Additionally, Look in the C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start
Menu\Programs\Start Up and C:\Documents and Settings\username\Start
Menu\Programs\Start Up folders, and in the system registry, primarily in
the HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run and
HKCU\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run keys.

How to Troubleshoot By Using the Msconfig Utility in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;310560


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nass
Sun Sep 30 16:16:00 CDT 2007



"gayboylaca" wrote:

> How do I disable the WkDetect from running on my startup?
>
> I have Microsoft Works 2002 in my Dell Computer running Windows XP. I have
> tried to stop the WkDetect.exe from running by disabling it on the startup in
> the System Configuration Utility, but it always returns.
>
> I only use Microsoft Word 2002 from the Microsoft Works 2002 that I have
> installed in my computer.

Use this excellent tool to remove the Registry Entry from the Run:
[-]HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run =
WkDetect.exe
also:
[-]HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run =
WkDetect.exe
AutoRuns for Windows v8.73
By Mark Russinovich and Bryce Cogswell
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/sysinternals/ProcessesAndThreads/Autoruns.mspx
Most applications/Good one have an option to configure it to start or not
start at start up, check your application configuration menu.
HTH.
nass
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gayboylaca
Sun Sep 30 18:26:00 CDT 2007

I don't know how to use this tool to remove a registry entry works. I would
need help step by step.

You mentioned:

Use this excellent tool to remove the Registry Entry from the Run:
> [-]HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run =
> WkDetect.exe
> also:
> [-]HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run =
> WkDetect.exe
> AutoRuns for Windows v8.73
> By Mark Russinovich and Bryce Cogswell


Also I have removed WkDetect.exe in the startup but it always returns when I
open Microsoft Word which I use regularly. Wouldn't it return when I start
Microsoft Word again after using your removal tool?





"nass" wrote:

>
>
> "gayboylaca" wrote:
>
> > How do I disable the WkDetect from running on my startup?
> >
> > I have Microsoft Works 2002 in my Dell Computer running Windows XP. I have
> > tried to stop the WkDetect.exe from running by disabling it on the startup in
> > the System Configuration Utility, but it always returns.
> >
> > I only use Microsoft Word 2002 from the Microsoft Works 2002 that I have
> > installed in my computer.
>
> Use this excellent tool to remove the Registry Entry from the Run:
> [-]HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run =
> WkDetect.exe
> also:
> [-]HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run =
> WkDetect.exe
> AutoRuns for Windows v8.73
> By Mark Russinovich and Bryce Cogswell
> http://www.microsoft.com/technet/sysinternals/ProcessesAndThreads/Autoruns.mspx
> Most applications/Good one have an option to configure it to start or not
> start at start up, check your application configuration menu.
> HTH.
> nass
> ----
> www.nasstec.co.uk

gayboylaca
Sun Sep 30 18:28:01 CDT 2007

This explanation does not answer my question at all, or I don't understand
what you are saying.



"Bruce Chambers" wrote:

> gayboylaca wrote:
> > How do I disable the WkDetect from running on my startup?
> >
> > I have Microsoft Works 2002 in my Dell Computer running Windows XP. I have
> > tried to stop the WkDetect.exe from running by disabling it on the startup in
> > the System Configuration Utility, but it always returns.
> >
> > I only use Microsoft Word 2002 from the Microsoft Works 2002 that I have
> > installed in my computer.
>
>
> In most cases, with "well-mannered" applications, it's usually as
> simple as opening the undesired program and deselecting the option to
> "display icon in the system tray" or to "start when Windows starts."
>
> Remember, Msconfig was designed to be a troubleshooting tool, not a
> "startup configurer." Use MSConfig to determine the location of the
> command that is attempting to start the program, and remove it. To
> cease the selective startup notifications, either return your settings
> to the way they were, or permanently remove the undesirable programs
> from your startup configuration.
>
> Additionally, Look in the C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start
> Menu\Programs\Start Up and C:\Documents and Settings\username\Start
> Menu\Programs\Start Up folders, and in the system registry, primarily in
> the HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run and
> HKCU\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run keys.
>
> How to Troubleshoot By Using the Msconfig Utility in Windows XP
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;310560
>
>
> --
>
> Bruce Chambers
>
> Help us help you:
> http://dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
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>
> They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary
> safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. ~Benjamin Franklin
>
> Many people would rather die than think; in fact, most do. ~Bertrand Russell
>
> The philosopher has never killed any priests, whereas the priest has
> killed a great many philosophers.
> ~ Denis Diderot
>

Gerry
Mon Oct 01 17:02:02 CDT 2007

Bruce

Is WkDetect.exe a system stopper? Is it worth disabling this update
reminder?


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Bruce Chambers wrote:
> gayboylaca wrote:
>> How do I disable the WkDetect from running on my startup?
>>
>> I have Microsoft Works 2002 in my Dell Computer running Windows XP.
>> I have tried to stop the WkDetect.exe from running by disabling it
>> on the startup in the System Configuration Utility, but it always
>> returns. I only use Microsoft Word 2002 from the Microsoft Works 2002
>> that I
>> have installed in my computer.
>
>
> In most cases, with "well-mannered" applications, it's usually as
> simple as opening the undesired program and deselecting the option to
> "display icon in the system tray" or to "start when Windows starts."
>
> Remember, Msconfig was designed to be a troubleshooting tool, not
> a "startup configurer." Use MSConfig to determine the location of the
> command that is attempting to start the program, and remove it. To
> cease the selective startup notifications, either return your settings
> to the way they were, or permanently remove the undesirable programs
> from your startup configuration.
>
> Additionally, Look in the C:\Documents and Settings\All
> Users\Start Menu\Programs\Start Up and C:\Documents and
> Settings\username\Start Menu\Programs\Start Up folders, and in the
> system registry, primarily in the
> HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run and
> HKCU\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run keys.
> How to Troubleshoot By Using the Msconfig Utility in Windows XP
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;310560

Bruce
Mon Oct 01 21:11:49 CDT 2007

Gerry wrote:
> Bruce
>
> Is WkDetect.exe a system stopper? Is it worth disabling this update
> reminder?
>
>

I wouldn't call it any sort of system stopper, no. The OP doesn't seem
to like it, though, and it won't hurt much to stop it.


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safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. ~Benjamin Franklin

Many people would rather die than think; in fact, most do. ~Bertrand Russell

The philosopher has never killed any priests, whereas the priest has
killed a great many philosophers.
~ Denis Diderot