Windows XP

Defragment Files that are in Use in XP 0

Defragment Files that are in Use in XP

Heavy computer use means you need regular PC maintenance. This definitely includes defragmenting your hard disk(s). But not all files are defragmented automatically, since they can be in use at the time of defragmentation. If you want to maximize computer performance, you should also defragment the Windows system files.

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Windows Defrag Alternative

Part of system maintenance is running a defragmentation application. Defragmentation ensures your file system is rearranged to ensure better disk performance and minimal loss of space. Windows has a standard defrag utility, but there are other tools that you can use.

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View All Devices in Windows XP Device Manager

When trying to analyze hardware or device problems, you might not be able to see the removable devices in the Windows XP device manager. It is possible to tweak Windows XP to change this behavior, and see all hardware devices in the device manager.

Remove MSN Messenger from Windows XP 1

Remove MSN Messenger from Windows XP

When you are running Windows XP, you might have upgraded many of the programs that come with it. Internet Explorer has been upgraded to version 7, and for the messenger there now is Live Messenger. If you are using the Live Messenger, you can do without the legacy MSN messenger. Removing it requires just a few steps.

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Windows XP to Vista Upgrade

Upgrading or not, that’s always a question when a new version of an operating system is released. In the case of Microsoft, the question currently pertains to the XP to Vista upgrade. Is your system ready for it? What more do you need to know and how do you prepare?