Streamline Windows XP
Just a couple links to streamline Windows XP, particularly for a gaming PC. Did wonders for me!
WinXP Tweaking: From Reformat to Relax
Good guide, though not all of it is performance issue-related; much of this is a matter of personal preference. Some very good data in here anyway, though. Particularly the links to great utils like Microsoft's Bootvis and the 3rd party Cacheman on the second page.
WinXP Tweaking: From Relax to Righteous
Sequel to the above article. Not nearly as useful, as most of it is customization.
The following are taken from the above two articles:
Greatis Startup Application Database
sysinfo.org
Great lists of startup apps to track down what does and what doesn't need to be in the registry "run" area.
Windows XP Home and Professional Service Configurations
Insanely useful list of which Services are necesssary and which can be removed. In particular, you MUST grab this file, which modifies the Windows descriptions for each service to include actual USEFUL info on whether or not it can be removed. Note that the linked file is for XP Pro; see here for other versions.
System Optimization Guide for Gamers
A specific guide to optimizing your system for gaming, including both hardware and software.
WinXP Tweaking: From Reformat to Relax
Good guide, though not all of it is performance issue-related; much of this is a matter of personal preference. Some very good data in here anyway, though. Particularly the links to great utils like Microsoft's Bootvis and the 3rd party Cacheman on the second page.
WinXP Tweaking: From Relax to Righteous
Sequel to the above article. Not nearly as useful, as most of it is customization.
The following are taken from the above two articles:
Greatis Startup Application Database
sysinfo.org
Great lists of startup apps to track down what does and what doesn't need to be in the registry "run" area.
Windows XP Home and Professional Service Configurations
Insanely useful list of which Services are necesssary and which can be removed. In particular, you MUST grab this file, which modifies the Windows descriptions for each service to include actual USEFUL info on whether or not it can be removed. Note that the linked file is for XP Pro; see here for other versions.
System Optimization Guide for Gamers
A specific guide to optimizing your system for gaming, including both hardware and software.
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