Re: make xp faster

Heres a quick rundown to eliminate some of that junk running that doesnt need to be. Be sure to read this entire article as well as the eldergeek’s article before jumping into this.

CAUTION : Attempt this only if you have at least a intermediate to advanced knowledge of computers. It is possible to screw something up if done wrong. Do not guess or assume. Just tread carefully and if you are unsure of something, its best to be safe and not do it at all.

Hit the START button -> select RUN -> type in "services.msc" -> Hit ok

A window will pop up with all services. A service is a program that runs in the background. Many of these are vital to Windows.

Btw, this is a great way to find worms and other annoying things that just dont need to be there.

Refer to the below link for information about each service, and read the beginning information to get an idea of what you are going to do before you begin.

http://www.theeldergeek.com/services_guide.htm

To edit a service, right click on it in the window and select properties. Under the Startup type dropdown menu you can manage how you want to run the program.

Automatic = This program will startup automatically when windows loads.
Disable = This program will never startup.
Manual = Startups when needed.

I strongly suggest:

1) Leave all windows services how they are
2) If you are going to modify something, its best to set it Manual unless you know FOR SURE it shouldnt be there
3) Since people here use audio software, i would suggest leaving all audio services alone or set to manual unless you know FOR SURE otherwise.
4) If there is a service not listed under elder geek, do a google search for it using its Name listed in the services.msc window. Take information from official trusted sources only, and if you are unsure of things leave it alone.