WinPatrolX is a free Windows startup and system monitor from Komos Solutions Ltd (UK). It is a modern successor to the classic WinPatrol. It watches startup programs, services, scheduled tasks and registry startup locations, and alerts you when something changes.
Features
Startup programs. Watches programs that start with Windows.
Services. Watches Windows services.
Scheduled tasks. Watches scheduled tasks.
Registry startup locations. Watches the registry locations Windows uses to start programs.
Change alerts. Alerts you when something in those places changes.
Free core. The core monitor stays free. An optional paid Plus upgrade is planned for later.