MSN loads a program called loadqm at startup, some useless program that checks if you have an older version of msn. If you disable or get rid of that program MSN won't be slowing your computer down as much.
Quick launch bar? I never have any programs there. It's annoying
Have you got a dial up connection
QueenBee? Cause you may notice that the virus protection interferes with your connection and hangs up the line.
can have the expert opinion of the other forumers?