Autoruns vs Keeper Connection Manager

Autoruns shows programs and drivers configured to run during Windows boot, login, or when certain built-in Windows applications start. It reports startup items from locations such as the Startup folder, Registry keys, Explorer extensions, services, scheduled tasks, and Winlogon entries. Users can hide signed Microsoft entries to focus on third-party items, inspect startup images configured for other accounts, and disable an entry or delete its configuration. Scan options include signature verification and VirusTotal hash checks; submitting files not previously scanned requires the upload option, and VirusTotal features require accepting its terms. The download includes Autorunsc, a command-line version that can output CSV or tab-delimited data, verify signatures, and scan an offline Windows system. The Autoruns and Autorunsc download is listed as 3 MB, and Microsoft offers a Sysinternals Live option. Autoruns costs nothing, with no limit on installation or use on devices owned or supported by the user, but no redistribution license. Microsoft says Sysinternals tools are provided as is without official support and points users to a community forum.

Keeper Connection Manager provides browser-based access to remote desktops, servers, databases, and critical web applications. Its agentless gateway can be installed on premises or in a cloud environment, deployed as a Docker container, or used in air-gapped environments. Supported connections include RDP, SSH, HTTP/HTTPS, VNC, Telnet, Kubernetes, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Microsoft SQL Server. Administrators use role-based controls to grant access to authorized connections. The product supports two-factor authentication and integrations with SSO, Active Directory, LDAP, and PIV/CAC; MFA is also available through Duo or TOTP. It can retrieve credentials from Keeper Secrets Manager and the encrypted Keeper Vault. Teams can share sessions, and optional session and keystroke recording, activity reports, alerts, and SIEM integrations provide oversight. End users need a web browser and internet connection, without special client software or plugins. Mobile and tablet access is available through iOS and Android browsers. Pricing is on request, and Keeper offers a 14-day free trial. Business customers receive dedicated training and 24/7 support.