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Old computers which comes with old Window programs are very likely to score low in the speed department. But, doesnt mean you must verify the new PC models in town.

While not all people would agree, old PC programs are easier to use. Their conveniences lie in their own simplicity. It is normal for old computers to slow down just a little bit. But then again if your PC takes 15 minute booting up and another 10 minutes to load even a basic Microsoft Office program then something is definitely wrong. Do the listed speed up Windows guidelines:

> Delete worthless applications.
Your PC may be keeping applications that have not been utilized for a long time. Scan the programs listed in the add/remove programs menu in the control panel. Delete the software you havent accessed for a very long time. Freeing up disk space will no doubt speed up your windows program.

> Update drivers.
Hardware drivers take up minor space but they dictate on how fast your Windows accessories will be. There have been a lot of improvements in the drivers of hardware over the years. Connect to the Internet and look for updates for them. This tip without a doubt speed up Windows 2000 and ME.

> Get rid of starting Windows message.
Windows 95 and 98 has this certain starting windows message that suspends PC booting. Take away this option to speed up Windows 98. Access to C:\ and search for Msdos.sys, right click on it and unmark the read-only option. Open the file in Notepad, select over to text Options inside the file. Add: Add BootDelay-0. You may {choose to make your booting|want to change your PC booting quicker by setting add Logo=0 to get rid of the heavy Windows logo through start-up.

> Optimize start menu.
Speed up Windows by having quick access to your start menu. Click on Start and access Run. Type Regedit inside the bar and hit Enter. Access the Registry editor folder named HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop. If there is a MenuShowDelay, double click it and alter the value of data field to 0. This will load Start program without any delay at all.

> Do not Turn On active desktop.
For Windows 98, access the Display Properties settings and switch to Web tab. Deselect the option for View my Active Desktop as a Web Page. This very simple tip will have your Windows 98 speeding up in no time.