How can I make my computer run faster? I have Windows XP.?

Answer 1

Use the system defrag. or you can upgrade your hard disk

Answer 2

If you dont want to upgrade hardware,There are some softwares you can download to speed up your computer.
First,You should Fix Corruption and Errors within your registry.The registry is a main part of your computer's Operating System. With time, as you use Windows and install and uninstall programs, your registry will get congested and full of errors. So your computer could slow down. So, if you can clean it up this problem can be solved.Sometimes you can speed computer up by 300%. To clean up registry,You can download a software called regsitry cleaner---Clean registry,remnant,corrupt files and temp files,history,cookies,etc.. This site:
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lists top 5 registry cleaner,you can download and scan for free.
Second,Get rid of spyware/adware in your computer.spyware/adware hamper your computer's performance.It use system resources and slow your computer down.

So, to speed up your slow computer, use a registry cleaner software and clean your registry files first. It will make all the difference, and provide you with the immediate fix you need for your slow computer.Then,download a good anti-spyware to get rid of spyware/adware in your computer.

Answer 3

run disk clean weekly-run disk defrag monthly-cut back number of programs loading with windows-add more memory-clear prefetch folder weekly-

Answer 4

find a program that will clean and inspect your system to find problems and fix them. I recommend System Mechanic. It will automatically inspect your computer and it will improve your computer's performance.

Answer 5

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