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1. First, run a scandisk or checkdisk. Let
Windows fix any errors.
2. Run a disk cleanup utility, which will
flush your temporary internet folder, trash can, temp system files, etc.
3. Run Defrag on all partitions (run this after you have deleted all trash
and excess files)
4. Run a registry cleaner utility and delete or get rid of any orphaned
entries in that registry.
5. Under XP, you can tell Windows to use Classic Style on your desktop, this
will remove the neat single click and internet-style desktop but for lower
end systems this will improve performance in other programs.
6. Run msconfig and under startup only keep the programs that are
essential to load. Uncheck anything else non-essential.
7. Finally, upgrade drivers! Check for the
latest BIOS, video, motherboard, sound drivers from the manufacturers.
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