How to Fix Your Computer in XP With a Very Slow Opening

The Windows XP operating system was released by Microsoft in 2001. It was designed to be the consumer-oriented version of the business-based Windows NT operating system. As you use your Windows XP-based computer and install additional software, your computer may slow down over time, especially during startup. You can disable the unnecessary programs and services that are set to run automatically when the computer starts up to speed up and improve your computer's performance.

Instructions

1. Click the "Start" menu and "All Programs."

2. Click "Accessories" then "Command Prompt."

3. Type "msconfig" and press "Enter."

4. Click the "Services" tab. Click the "Hide all Microsoft services" checkbox.

5. Uncheck each unneeded service, such as program updaters.

6. Click the "Startup" tab.

7. Uncheck each unneeded program. Once again, good candidates are program updaters.

8. Click "OK" and restart the computer.

Tips & Warnings

• You can re-enable disabled programs and services by running "msconfig" again and rechecking the boxes.

• Only disable unneeded items. For example, if you use iTunes, don't disable any iTunes services as they are required for proper operation of that program.