The Dell De-Gunker

I just found a great tech tool that I’ll have to add to my collection; it’s called the Dell De-Crapifier. Despite it’s somewhat naughty name, this tool is a godsend. Its function? To remove all the unneccessary programs, like trial versions of software, that come pre-installed on you
r Dell OEM computer. Yes - all the stuff that you spend forever removing one by one can now be uninstalled all at once! The current version of the tool removes the following:

• QuickBooks Trial
• NetZero Installers
• Earthlink Setup Files
• Corel Photo Album 6
• McAffee Personal Firewall
• McAffee SpamKiller
• McAffee VirusScan Online
• McAffee Security Center
• Google Desktop
• Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer
• America Online 9.0
• Musicmatch Jukebox
• Musicmatch Music Services

Run Registry Keys:
o “BuildBU” - Part of Dell Alerts which provides customers with an update on latest updates. Can be run manually as needed
o “DVDLauncher” - Belongs to the Cyberlink PowerCinema video viewing software which allows you to play DVDs on insertation. This program is a non-essential process, and is installed for ease of use.
o “ISUSPM Startup” and “ISUSScheduler” - InstallShield Update Service Scheduler. Automatically searches for and performs any updates to the software. Can be run manually.
o “msci” - Used for McAffee Security Center
o “MSKDetectorExe” - Part of McAfee Spamkiller
o “QBReminderFlash” - QuickBooks
o “QuickTime Task” - Tray icon that you can use for quick access to the QuickTime application and additional settings. Can be run manually.
o “RealTray” - Tray icon that you can use for quick access to the Real Player application and additional settings. Can be run manually.
o “SunJavaUpdateSched” - Updater for the Java Runtime Envronment. Can be run manually
o “DellSupport” - Agent that offers additional support and update features for your Dell computer or laptop. Can be run manually.