Maintenance
How To Prevent Windows XP From Rebooting
If you are like most other Windows XP users you're probably leaving multiple windows open and the information in those windows has not been saved. One of the worst feelings is returning to your computer and finding out that good old XP has downloaded and installed new security updates AND the update required an automatic restart, OUCH!
Or... if you're like me you get tired of the pesky little pop-up window with a countdown that tries to reboot your computer in 15 seconds.
Well, it turns out that a simple edit to the system Registry will stop all this nonsense and will save you from loosing lost data because of an automatic system reboot.
Put Windows XP on a Diet to Drop Hard Drive Bloat
In an effort to be helpful Microsoft has filled Windows XP with all sorts of helpful applications. However, it is common knowledge that these helpful applications and be just a little too controlling or have other nasty effects on your system. Some of the more well know dead weight (as long as you're not using them)scoundrels are MSN Explorer, Outlook Express e-mail client, and Internet Explorer browser. These hard drive space squatters can eat up as much as 15-20 megs of precious storage space.
Transfer Stuff From One PC To Another - Easy PC Transfer
Transfer Stuff From One PC To Another - Easy PC Transfer: When you buy that new computer and you want to transfer all your stuff from the old computer to the new one Easy PC Transfer might be your best friend. It comes with an optional free Ethernet transfer cable, and a burn to CD feature which sounds kind of handy.
Cool Tweaking Tips To Make Sure XP Behaves!
Here are some general maintenance guidelines that will keep your PC running smooth and efficiently.
Tune up XP to increase performance
XP's own tools can boost its performance.
If you don't spend time tweaking, maintaining, and tuning it, XP tends to run a little rough. A lot goes on under the hood to keep your XP system running smoothly; but as you add, update, and delete software and data files, things can get sluggish.
Win XP Maintenance Schedule
Following a strict regimen of antivirus scans and spyware sweeps will protect your PC from malware. The good news is you can probably configure your apps to do the legwork automatically.
Maintain Your PC - The Right Way
So your Windows XP is as fresh and minty as an Altoid, you'd be wise to develop a plan to keep it that way. With a little care and planning, you can keep your newly installed copy of Windows XP free from spyware and viruses, backed up and ready to reload in case disaster strikes. Follow along as we show you how to maintain your PC the right way.
