Windows XP Speed Tweaks

The search for secret and magical methods of making worn out computers run faster has always been a dark and futile one. The general consensus for a slow computer is to re-install the original OS. However, there are several registry tweaks and modifications out there than can boost some aspects of your computer's performance.

Note: registry tweaks should only be attempted by experienced users or users that do not care if they mess up their computer, as any error committed inside the registry editor could result in the system not booting up again. Proceed at your own risk.

Here are some links to articles that might help speed up that old computer you got laying around (or might still be using.....):

TipMonkies have a short and simple article on modifying the registry to make menus and sub-menus in Windows appear much faster.

Extreme Tech has an article explaining the boot process of Windows XP and how to speed it up a notch.

CNET has a general article on making your windows system faster overall by trimming away the unnecessary programs and start-up applications.

Now, if you're the inquisitive type of person that doesn't mind sifting through numerous articles, or you want to speed your system up as much as possible, then visit TweakXP, a site dedicated to uncovering every tweak and modification possible for Windows XP, Windows Media Center Edition, and even Windows Vista.