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Virtual Memory Errors

What is Virtual Memory? Virtual memory is extra “virtual” RAM that Windows XP creates by turning some of your hard drive storage space into a buffer of “virtual” memory that programs...

One of the most common questions about system processes is what is svchost.exe and why are there so many processes running? First appearing in Windows XP, svchost.exe hosts multiple services within one...

How to clean your hard drive

Whether getting rid of an old computer or just making a clean start for your favourite hard drive — do hard drives even get to be honoured as “favourites?” — it’s important to...

Why it’s important to lock your computer

Childhood brings back great memories. Like in fifth grade when identical twins switched places and the entire class was in on it. Or when we put salt in the sugar bowl, brewed a pot of coffee for Mom and Dad...

What is an operating system (OS)?

The most important program that runs on a computer. Every general-purpose computer must have an operating system to run other programs. Operating systems perform basic tasks, such as recognizing input from the...

What Is Windows Registry?

A database used by the Windows operating system (Windows 95 and NT ) to store configuration information. The Registry consists of the following major sections: HKEY_Classes_Root – file associations and...

Safe Mode Boot options in Windows XP

To use a Safe Boot option, follow these steps: 1. Restart your computer and start pressing the F8 key on your keyboard. On a computer that is configured for booting to multiple operating...

Speed Up Windows Vista Tips

From Wired How-To Wiki The flash and polish of Windows Vista seduced you, but so far the glamorous interface is just sucking the life out of your PC. Fear not, this guide has everything you need to turn Vista...

HowTo: Speed up a very slow computer

DISABLE INDEXING SERVICES Indexing Services is a small little program that uses large amounts of RAM and can often make a computer endlessly loud and noisy. This system process indexes and updates lists of all...

Disable Unnecessary Windows XP Services to Speed up Your System

Because Windows XP has to be all things to all people it has many services running that take up system resources that you will never need. Below is a list of services that can be disabled on most...