Final answer:
The utility to change a service's startup type to automatic (delayed) is Services.msc, which can be accessed through the Run dialog or Start menu search. Simply find the service, access its properties, and select 'Automatic (Delayed Start)' in the 'Startup type' dropdown.
Step-by-step explanation:
To change the startup type of a service to automatic (delayed), you should use the Services.msc utility. This utility is accessed by typing services.msc into the Run dialog (which you can open by pressing Windows key + R) or the search box in the Start menu. Once open, you will see a list of services. To change the startup type:
- Find and right-click the service you want to change.
- Click on 'Properties'.
- In the 'General' tab, find the 'Startup type' dropdown menu.
- Select 'Automatic (Delayed Start)' from the menu.
- Click 'OK' to save your changes.
Task Manager allows you to end processes and see system performance, but not to change service startup types. Control Panel gives access to system settings but doesn't directly allow service management. The Command Prompt can also be used to change service settings using specific commands, but for a straightforward graphical user interface, Services.msc is the preferred utility.