Make Windows XP Run Faster! - Comments Page 4

Hi, I got my system faster after removing the temporary and temp files.and i ran disk defragmenter and stoped the unwanted services.now i am really happy to say thanks.

Hey, I have an old computer I'm not even sure what it is to be honest. It runs with Windows XP but when I turn it on it goes to the desktop and there is always an hour glass attached to my mouse it never leaves, some of my programs arn't running properly or anything. We did just buy a new family computer but my mom said that if I can get that one working it will be mine. Should I just try to re-format?

Also my computer came with the re-format disk however I have seemed to misplace the case it came in and that is where my serial number is, is there any way I can get the serial number without having to buy the disk again?

EDITOR'S NOTE: Yes, I would suggest a re-format and fresh install. You can contact the vendor who sold the computer to get the serial number. The name of the vendor should be on the CDROM, if it's a legal copy.

everyone..i need some help!! please.. i did everything mr.bob said on how to make my xp run faster and it really did! but..after 2 days.. my internet connection had some problem..
after i think 30 mins of using the net..it suddenly stops..but it didnt hang.. the browsing on the net suddenly stops! sometimes it only browses half of the page im looking.. and for example when im watching vids on youtube.. theres no buffering..
so i have to restart my pc again just to get the connection back..but after saome time it stops again! pls..help me.. im just a 15 year old boy whos turning 16 next week..huhu.. i nid some help.. thanks in advance..

EDITOR'S NOTE: If you have broadband, the cable modem could be overheating. If so, replace it.

Hello all... I read all this and nothing actually changed.. But i seem to know whats going on! I have tons of processer running on my computer but i dont know which are the ones that i shouldnt disable ? Ive cheked the processlibrary.com but acording to that website I should not disable any of them so can anyone help me out plzz.. thx

Thanks Man, the information given here was quite a help.
im actually doing work on a laptop for a client at work (im part of the I.T Crew, not just some random thinking hes a PC whiz :P) and ive been doing bench testing on how to speed up the laptop (i had a baseline of 3mins 25secs) and after using some of the tips you had posted here (i know about the defrag and cleaning temp folders, stopping unnecessary things on startup, unnecessary services and such) but not so much about the "orphan" reg keys and what not, and because of the other stuff listed here i was able to whittle the boot time to 2mins 22secs, plus i can use some of these tips on my Beastie at home. Man you deserve a medal *pats on back* Good on ya mate.

Not only do you go out of your way to help Tech challenged individuals, but to keep up with questions added from a post 2 years ago is completely hero worthy! Sometimes we know enough to be dangerous, and sometimes we are completely clueless. Thanks from someone who runs along the dangerous side. You are truly appreciated...is there a Bob Rankin fan club? ;p

I just wanted to say, even if this is way beyond posting time considering this is what... 4 years old? Well anyway, just wanted to say, Bob you've done a great job here, I've read your entire summary on how to boost the speed on a slow computer. I congratulate you on your expanded knowledge in the computer world. Maybe you had some RAM installed in your head or something, I dont know but it worked.

Anyway, you deserve a pat on the back and a cigar so you can put your feet up and relax. Good day. :)

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I've recently discovered this http://secunia.com/software_inspector/

It's a free, online software scanner that will look for old, outdated software on your pc. When I first ran it, I discovered 3 old versions of Java, each exposing my pc to threats. Thank You, Bob, for what you do.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for all that you do and provide to us less skilled users.