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- Reduce Number of Startup Programs: At Computer start-up, Windows XP loads several programs designed to make it easier for them to open immediately when you click their icons. This can be beneficial for programs that you use frequently. However, the more programs that load automatically when Windows XP starts, the more time it will take for your computer to finish booting up and the slower the overall performance of your machine will be.
You’ll need to decide which programs you want to start automatically and which to eliminate from the start up process. Follow these steps to identify startup programs and “un-check” those you no longer require to load at machine boot-up:
- Click “Start” then select “Run.” In the blank text box, type “msconfig” and click “OK” or press enter.
- A new window will appear with several tabs at the top, click the one that says “Startup.” You will be presented with several options, click the radio button to allow selective startup items.
- A long list of checked items will be displayed at this time. To disable the automatic startup of a particular program, simply uncheck the box. After scrolling down the list and disabling certain programs from starting automatically, click “Apply” and then “OK.” You will be asked to restart your machine, select “OK” and your Windows Vista should restart more quickly depending on how many programs you removed from startup.
After completing these steps, ensure you have not caused any program issues, by attempting to open or run a program you have removed from startup. If there are any issues, just follow the steps above and re-check the box to enable startup for that program. You should perform this action at least quarterly or as needed to maintain increased Windows XP performance.
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