Edit Startup Programs in Windows XP & Vista
At some point in a computer’s lifetime the owner will decide that it is just too slow. Many people like to point toward viruses and spyware as the major cause of a slowdown, but there is another. Having too many programs opening automatically when you turn on your computer will slow you down dramatically. In [...]
How to Format Your Hard Drive Before Installing Windows XP
The hard disk is an essential part of your computer system. It is where all permanent data are written. Among these data are the operating system, utility software and application software. However, before you can start writing data on your hard drive you must first prepare it by formatting it. The process involves allocation of [...]
Disable Balloon Tips in Windows XP
Yes, you can disable those super annoying balloon tips that keep popping up in Windows XP! Click “Start”, “Run” and type in “Regedit”. If you did everything correct your window will look like this… Click the “OK” button and this window now opens… Double-click “HKEY_CURRENT_USER” and a whole confusing menu now opens. Don’t worry, just [...]
Common Windows XP Myths
This article lists the most common Windows XP myths and also shows why they are just that… myths. When I sneeze Windows XP crashes… Yes, a lot of the naysayers who say Windows XP crashes a lot are actually over-zealous Apple/Linux users. These people like to scare unsuspecting people that worry their Windows XP will [...]
Fix Slow Loading Icons in Windows XP
Do you start up Windows XP and see icons load on your desktop one at a time? Here is a fix that will solve this very annoying problem! First we need you to change a setting in Windows XP that allows you to view hidden system files. Double click “My Computer” on your desktop and [...]