To disable items from starting when xp also starts.

Steps:

1.Start>run>msconfig

2.Click selective startup

3.click startup tab

4.uncheck the items you dont want when the xp starts

5.Xp becomes faster Now

Next Step Services tab

1.Open msconfig click services tab

2.Click the check box "Hide all microsoft services"

3.Now uncheck the items that are causing your system slowing down and

unwanted startup Items.

4.Restart the system.

Ways to Boot XP fast:

1.Use Windows defragmentation start->all programs->accessories->system tools-> windows defragmentation

2.delete temporary files go to start->run-> type %temp%

delete un wanted files or even all files it is not affect ur system.

3.Type msconfig in run prompt

select the selective startup and select startup tab ->uncheck the items u donot want to start when windows starting.

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Follow these tips and you will definitely have a much faster and more reliable PC! Most of the below tips works for windows XP.
1. Wallpapers: They slow your whole system down, so if you're willing to compromise, have a basic plain one instead!

2. Drivers: Update your hardware drivers as frequently as possible. New drivers tend to increase system speed especially in the case of graphics cards, their drivers are updated by the manufacturer very frequently!

3. Minimizing: If you want to use several programs at the same time then minimize those you are not using. This helps reduce the overload on RAM.

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