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One of the well known programs that Microsoft has created is Windows XP. It has acquired millions of users around the world. Yet, its name doesnt mean that the program is flawless. While the specs of the computer is also important, there are also issues influencing the speed of the program.

Given this, it is important to search for information and guidelines on ways to speed up Window XP. Following are some of the most useful options to turn your computer run faster with Windows XP:

> Install a new RAM.
Although you may be running on a 512 MB RAM, this would prove to be inconvenient in the long run. The space you would need to have must be bigger as your files also grow and accumulate over the year Determine if your desktop CPU still has a slot for a new RAM If not, then it is necessary to buy 1 Ram card that is bigger than 512 MB.

> Re-install Computer Applications.
Back up all your important files, program installers and hardware drivers. Re-install your Windows XP. This process takes time so you better be patient. Through this, you can correct mistakes in your PC to speed it up. In addition, this method can definitely speed up Windows XP startup.

> Get a Registry Cleaner.
Acquire and get a speed up Windows XP software for instance a Registry Cleaner. Registries are like temporary files that your personal computer stores and load every time you access them. These files in general,mostly build up, acquiring a lot of space in your hard drive. Using registry cleaner for at least once a month guarantees that you maximize the memory and hard disk space of your PC.

> Allow DMA.
Get your devices working on DMA. Simply go to Device Manager then double click on IDE ATA/ATAPI Controllers. Double click on the Primary IDE channel, go to advanced setting tab. The Transfer Mode should be in DMA if available for both Device 0 and device 1. Perform the same steps again for Secondary Channel.

> Eradicating Adware/Spyware.
Buy an anti-virus software that has increased spyware and adware features. Utilize them once in two weeks make sure that your computer is not affected by unwanted programs. Spyware and adware do not make your PC work faster. They eat bigger space and may even facilitate unauthorized downloading of programs and other similar programs. Speed up Windows by making sure that you dont have viruses, spyware, adware or other malware.