How to Repair a Slow Windows XP With a Missing DLL

DLL files (dynamic link libraries) are files that are integral to your operating system. Missing DLL files on your Windows XP computer can result in the computer running slower than expected or not running at all. Repairing these issues can be done by repairing the XP operating system, which will reinstall the necessary DLL files to your system.

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Instructions

- 1
  
  Insert the XP CD into the computer.
- 2
  
  Restart the computer. Press any key to boot from CD.
- 3
  
  Press "Enter" followed by "F8" to move through the first two installation screens.
- 4
  
  Select the drive containing Windows XP and press "R" to reinstall the missing DLL files.

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