Yeah, my computer was going really slow lately, so I ran an amazing program called CCleaner (http://www.ccleaner.com/). It has functions that let you clean out your registry (where alot of problems arise), take out alot of temporary files, deletes unnecessary programs, deletes hidden logs of files (those can really add up, I had over 50MB of logs, which is amazing.) it lets you manually edit your startup folder (where alot of unnecessary programs and viruses start), and cleans out all the other... read more.
Whenever you start your computer, you are faced with a few moments of thumb twiddling while Windows XP boots and prompts you to log on. Although you should expect to wait for a few moments, sometimes Windows XP seems to boot rather slowly. In fact, you may notice that over a period of time the PC that used to roar to life seems a bit sluggish instead. Fortunately, you can perform several techniques that help Windows XP get the bootup speed you want. This chapter explores how to put these techniques to work.
Making Windows XP Start 60% Faster Whenever you start your computer, you are faced with a few moments of thumb twiddling while Windows XP boots and prompts you to log on. Although you should expect to wait for a few moments, sometimes Windows XP seems to boot rather slowly. In fact, you may notice that over a period of time the PC that used to roar to life seems a bit sluggish instead. Fortunately, you can perform several techniques that help Windows XP get the bootup speed you want. This chapter explores how to put these techniques to work.
My Windows has been starting really slow for the past week or so, so I simply went into MSCONFIG (Start>Run>msconfig) and disabled all the unnecessary start-up programs (the ones that don't say SYSTEM next to them). I believe that msconfig is one of the better ways to increase start-up speed for your computer.
my computer starts very very slow, i use NOD32, deamon tools and zone alarm, in startup. My computer starts like a snail, I hate it being so slow, i have a decent configuration. Your techniques vwere pretty good, I managed to get few seconds . Thanks freind you really helped me alot, good work.
I've heard a lot about all those windows xp tricks, but the thing is it might not work the same for all users. Many people have their OS's modified already and changes described in that manual might lead to negative outcomes. Here's simple example that I've experienced on my own, - if you change the delay after windows shuts down (can't remember the value name), sometimes pc might freeze and never restart on its own. Secondly, shortening the delays in registry might cause your pc not only freeze but also give you errors. The problem is even greater if your pc is not a fast one. In a word all those tricks usually don't lead to any positive changes.
Yeah i definately think tweeking your MSCONFIG (Start>Run>msconfig) and disableing all the unnecessary start-up programs is the best way to boot your computer definately at start-up becuase it obviously wont have much processes or anything else to start-up and you'll be already set to start doing what you want to do before you know it
Yeah, my computer was going really slow lately, so I ran an amazing program called CCleaner (http://www.ccleaner.com/). It has functions that let you clean out your registry (where alot of problems arise), take out alot of temporary files, deletes unnecessary programs, deletes hidden logs of files (those can really add up, I had over 50MB of logs, which is amazing.) it lets you manually edit your startup folder (where alot of unnecessary programs and viruses start), and cleans out all the other areas you may have missed. This program made my boot speed alot faster and I highly reccommend it if you want a faster boot speed.
My Windows has been starting really slow for the past week or so, so I simply went into MSCONFIG (Start>Run>msconfig) and disabled all the unnecessary start-up programs (the ones that don't say SYSTEM next to them). I believe that msconfig is one of the better ways to increase start-up speed for your computer.
Infact , that is the way for which i was looking . That is the way to control the start up items . Oh , great ! thank you buddy !
When you are in MScofig, you can also remove the ones in the startup section that say System, there usually should be nothing in it if you have a new PC. Also, to make the programs in the startup list disapear, go to Run, regedit, Hkey_local_MachineSOFTWARE/Windwos/currentversion/Run and remove the registry keys that you dont need.
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WARNING: Modifying the registry can cause serious problems that may require you to reinstall your operating system. I can't guarantee that problems resulting from modifications to the registry can be solved. Use the information provided at your own risk.
KDE4 applications on Windows, available for Windows 2000 through Windows Vista. Want a file manager
other than Windows' file manager? Install Dolphin. Want to see how your next web layout looks in
Konqueror, or want to use a file manager other than Dolphin and Windows' file manager? Install
Konqueror. There are many other packages to install, just go through the list of packages for what
you want to install. The programs, i think, take on the theme of the operating system, so those
with Vista or a modded Windows XP set up might have a nice theme. Ever since KDE ....
I am now running on Windows XP. I'm confused whether to use and install Windows Updates or not.
My friends and some local IT support said that I do not need them. But many tech site suggests them
to be installed. Here is my situation : I only use this PC to browse internet, download files,
using P2P software, play games and other activity that doesn't require internet. I never use
wireless internet, my PC is not linked to another PC (workgroup). Do I really need Windows Update at
all? Untill now, I never experienced any crash or something without those updates. ....
Hi, although it has some useful features and it's (i'd hope so...) well integrated with the
shell, the file explorer that comes with windows xp is not the best we can ask for... so I've
always tried to use various other pieces of softwares randomly found on the net whenever I've
had to intensively work on my file directory... still I haven't found a very good one, all
those I tried have some kind of bug or they are not really user friendly in some occasions... would
anyone suggest a good FREEWARE file explorer? thanks /wink.gif" style="vertical-al....
I've just put together a package of "MPlayer for Windows". The installer includes everything
you'll need in one self-contained download. Download and Information:
http://mulder.dummwiedeutsch.de/home/ QUOTE MPlayer for Windows packaged and maintained by
LoRd MuldeR http://mulder.at.gg/ Last Update: 2008-02-10 (Build #10) 1. Package Contents
------------------- * MPlayer for Win32, SVN-r25962 (2008-02-09) * SMPlayer front-end by RVM,
v0.6.0 (SVN-r827) * MPUI front-end by Martin Fiedler, v1.2-pre3 (Build 38) * Binary Codec Package
for MPlayer (2007-1....
Well, I hope I am posting this in the right forum. I was wondering if you tech-guys know if there is
any difference in speed if: I am let's say extracting two 2gb archives file1.rar and file2.rar:
1. at the same time 2. one after another I'd really like to know that, because I really love to
multi-task but sometimes I get the feeling that things would go faster if I did one thing and then
after the first one is completed, move on to another rar archive for example... Thank you all for
your answers!....
Hi all, I am running a Mac and I have a Windows XP home edition already installed on another
partition via boot camp. Then I ran into Parallels and began installing it. However, instead of
using the existing installation via boot camp, it is asking me to provide a cd key to activate XP. I
couldn't possibly provide a cd key as I already used it to activate. How can I get Parallels to
use the existing installation without asking me to provide another cd key? I gave up and thought of
uninstalling Parallels but I couldn't do it on the Windows side as I was require....
Every time you open Photoshop or Microsoft Word, it scans for all the fonts on your computer. That
can take a while, especially if you have 500 of them, like me. There are often many fonts installed
on a person’s computer, but the average computer user doesn’t need so many fonts. For example,
Microsoft Office 2003 installs a large collection of fonts, but in reality these fonts are just ugly
and not useful at all. The last time I used one of those fonts was 3 years ago, and that was on
someone else’s computer. And if you’re a web designer, you will have a very hard tim....
Here's something I found on another forum, and thought I would post it here. This apparently
makes your Invision Power Board a lot quicker using eAccelerator. First, check if your host has
eAccelerator(Im pretty sure trap17 does) Second, Add the followinf code before the closing php tag
in conf_global.php(Found in your root directory): CODE $INFO = '1'; Thats it. I
tested this out myself, and the forums do load really quick, but I'm not sure if the speed has
increased. Could be my imagination because I expect it to increase. Try it out for y....
Hello! Shortly, Microsoft released the Windows Live pack, which contains the following applications:
Mail, Messenger, Gallery and Writer. And my question is: What do you think of them? Here is my
review: Windows Live Mail. When started, it should ask you for making an e-mail account. It looks
much like Mozilla Thunderbird, also it has the same feature to manage few mails through one
interface. The ease of use is feelable /smile.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)"
border="0" alt="smile.gif" /> Windows Live Messenger. Still I haven't tried it /biggr....
as anybody tried the new windows live messenger 8.5. well i've tried it its pretty good. despite
the fact that the biggest change i've seen is realy the interface i like it, and the singing in
issues it had befor is now gone.has anybody tried it and what do you think also what new stuff i
probably did not notice thats there.....
i guess that the most used program dont its not related with Windows , pc working .. Its Winamp.
i guess that its the most used program that lastes .., think about it , you open dreamweaver to
work on a site but first i bet that all of us opens the Winamp player right ? mmm after u
finished your work , you close the Dreamweaver program and play a games like me " counter Strike " i
play the games and still listen to music .. most of the time /smile.gif"
style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" /> but are dayz when i dont play
with music....
Garage is a awesome program for music editing and making raw little loops and cool music.
Unfortuantly as most of you know it is only for macs! RAWR! I don't use macs often nor do I own
one! Anyone know of any freeware(or not) programs for windows? "Hi I am a PC, and I am a mac!"
Mac: I have garageband! PC: *Knocks Mac out and pours water on HDDs!* PC 1 Mac 0! lol Thanks....
For those whos using Windows Vista and found that some programs are not running properly in this new
system .. here is the solution: Microsoft had made a fix for that problem and you can do an update
for your OS in microsoft's website.. This update with the name (KB929427) , Just type it in
the search field here and click go then download it and install /smile.gif"
style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" />....
The brand-new version of Windows Media Player has been launched! After a long time in beta stage,
now we have the Final Version! QUOTE Windows Media Player 11 offers great new ways to store and
enjoy all of your digital media. It's easier than ever to access all of your music, video,
pictures, and recorded TV on your computer. Play it, view it, organize it, and sync it to a portable
device for enjoying on the go, or share with devices around your home - all from one place. Windows
Media Player 11 is designed to work with all versions of Windows XP with Service P....
My windows media player 11 has seemed to have developed a problem. Well actulally it has always been
doing this. I am running a P4 (2.8GHz with 512 ram, 64MB vram), and when I try to activate the
visualization in WMP 11 all it is horribly slow and pixelized. I would guess about 5 fps Normally I
would just accept this and keep saving for a new computer but the second that there is something
covering even part of the visualization screen, it ups it's performance. If you put a separate
window over the vis screen (even the slightest corner of a window) the performance up....
Windows Media Player 11 has been officially release today...
http://www.vnunet.com/vnunet/news/2167601/...player-released I have tried it already and it works
as well as the beta 2 version... The interface is as nice as ever and its definitely my best media
player I've ever used!....
Ok first of all, i have read through all the Firefox tune-up tutorials on the site, and none of them
have mentioned on how to make Firefox load faster like IE. So i thought i should make a easy
tutorial on it. REAL EASY WAY: Download Firetune: FIRETUNE And you will know what to do,
just muck around with the software’s settings. COMPLICATED BUT TECHNICAL WAY: And second of
all, all those who are still using IE (Microsoft's infamous Internet Explorer) get Firefox. Why
you may ask, read this: FIREFOX vs. IE . Have you ever noticed on how fast IE lo....
Windows Admin Password Hack: Forgot your NT admin password? Reinstall? Oh no... But not any more...
This is a utility to (re)set the password of any user that has a valid (local) account on your NT
system. You do not need to know the old password to set a new one. It works offline, that is, you
have to shutdown your computer and boot off a floppydisk or CD. The bootdisk includes stuff to
access NTFS and FAT/FAT32 partitions and scripts to glue the whole thing together. Will detect and
offer to unlock locked or disabled out user accounts! It is also an almost fully func....
I have a windows XP home edition laptop and the software came preinstalled with my computer. When i
try to do some tasks like windows restore it says that it has been disabled by my domain administer
and to contact the admin to get this changed. 1) this computer is not in a domain 2) I own the
computer and am a full administrater 3) I am loged in as the administrater. 4) Both of my
admistrater accounts have been locked out. I am still able to log in fine but i cant do any of the
tasks that have to do with windows restore. My laptop is a TOSHIBA Satellite A65 with prei....
From What I heard about WMP11, Microsoft's original plans for Windows Media Player (WMP)
11--formerly code-named Aurora--were fairly low-key, with just a few minor new features. That's
all changed: Microsoft has canceled Aurora, and the company is moving the Longhorn media player to
XP. Now code-named Polaris, WMP 11 will be a major release. There's just one problem: Instead of
shipping in November, as per the original plan, WMP 11 will now ship in a public beta during that
month, coinciding with Longhorn Beta 2. The final release is roughly scheduled for ear....
if you know some tips and tricks and you want to share with all the members please share it.
-shut down Ballon tips- 1. START>RUN>REGEDIT 2. go to
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced 3.find
"EnableBalloonTips" or make new DWORD with that name and set value "0" 4.restart pc -No to all
when copying- when you are copying, if you already have same files you will get the message with
buttons YES,YES TO ALL, NO, CANCEL. what about NO TO ALL. when you get that window press SHIFT and
click NO. that is the button NO TO ALL. And y....
Im tryin 2 Install an Ebook & when I click the "setup" file, itz givin an error sayin "This program
requires at least 3MB of free Virtual Memory to run"... There r 3 partitions on the Disk Viz., C,
E, F... The Page file size is set as "1536-3072 MB" for C Drive, but other Drives do not hav any
Page File Size set... i've windows xp and win 2000 Plz help me wid thiz problem... Thanx, ....
I have both MSN messenger 7.0 which I downloaded and Windows Messenger which was automatically
installed by the Operating System (Windows XP professional). I came to know that many times
Windows messenger will log in automatically as soon as I switch on my system. In fact I made
automatically sign in at MSN messenger which Windows messenger is also seeming to use. Since I
don't want this thing to happen I try to delete the short cut in Program Files at C drive but I
cannot delete. I just delete Start Menu Short Cut which doesn't help. Is there any way to co....
Hi all, judging from the many posts to the forums re: hardware & software problems... I posted this
question: HOW MANY TIMES HAS A "UPDATE" downloaded directly from MSs website.. CRASHED YOUR COMPUTER
??? For our purposes here a "crash" is a major malfunction of any part of the Windows operation
system.. such as Internet Explorer kept "freezing up".. after an update. A crash is anything you
couldn't live with.. and you had to "Restore" OR even completely "re-install" the whole Windows
OS to fix it. Another example would be all the problems that SP1 (service pack 1....
Check this out: Microsoft Windows AnitSpyware It is from Microsoft, and at first glance it is
great. I was a bit cautious at first but... Microsoft Windows AntiSpyware provides constant
protection against infection, which includes browser hijack protection, application hijack
protection, and various other critical system settings for unauthorized changes. When you scan you
computer you can choose a smart scan (less time) or a full scan (more time). I will post time
comparisons later. The scan checks memory, files, registry, and cookies. Also, you can schedule
scans ....
hey guys i wrote an article some time back on how to have your own webserver at home.... i know what
drives people away from such things is just the lack of a control panel , people really want to be
in full control so i set up my own home server and gave it a cpanel design. well you know theres
still no cpanel for windows still under development and most likely its just gona be for the people
using iis, but for the rest of us apache dudes i got a solution. the design is a cpanel green theme,
and its good and all the links are working properly PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS ....
for the past week or so, so I simply went into MSCONFIG (Start>Run>msconfig) and disabled all the unnecessary start-up programs (the ones that don't say SYSTEM next to them).