Top XP Questions
How do I turn on automatic logon xp feature?
If you are the only one who uses your XP machine logging in every time can be a pain in the rear. Here is a tiny adjustment that will automate the process.
How do I repair Internet Explorer in Windows XP?
The ability to Repair Internet Explorer does not exist in the version that ships with Windows XP. This feature only becomes available after you upgrade to a newer version. This is normal and has been this way since Windows 98 and IE4.
How do I stop pop-ups including Messenger spam?
Pop-Ups are due to either Messenger Service, are embedded on web pages, or may even be part of a spyware program that you have installed. If they are due to Messenger Service you may either disable it or block the open ports. Note that disabling Messenger Service is only a temporary fix and doesn't address the real problem. Or, they may just be pop ups for automatic updates to OE or WinXP.
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Disk Clean-up Hangs
When I run Disk Clean Up, it gets to the first three bars when checking the files (status bar says "compress old files") and then just hangs there? If I close it down and run it again, then it just never comes up at all.
I hear Windows XP must be "activated." What's that?
Activation is a form of copy protection, in which each copy of XP must be turned on by registering it with Microsoft. The copy of Windows XP is then uniquely associated with a particular computer, thus preventing pirating of the operating system by using the same disk to upgrade multiple machines.
Can I run Windows XP?
The general answer is that any machine purchased after Christmas 1999 should run XP just fine. Specific requirements are: 300 MHz Pentium II or compatible or better, 64MB of RAM, 2GB of free hard-drive space, SVGA plug-and-play monitor, and a 12X or faster CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
My system sounds are missing.
I have my speakers turned on but when I startup I don't have any startup sounds anymore.
Why can't I auto logon anymore?
I set up WinXP so I didn't need to log in and now I do, what's the deal?
Why can't I view source anymore?
When you want to take a peek at the code behind a web page you go to view source and surprise, it does not work anymore.
Why isn't the option to save as a .jpg available?
There is nothing more frustrating than when you find a cool graphic and you go to save it and your only choice is .bmp.
Why can't I download updates?
You need to lift all update restrictions and then run this specific regfile. You'll find information about permission instructions this article.
Why does Windows XP Style change to Windows Classic Style?
Yesterday my computer had the Windows XP styloe, now today it has changed back to the Classic Style, why?
