Discussion - XP FAQ [Archive]

Realist

26/01/2007, 10:05

thought it would be great to have a thread related to XP's newcomers/advanced users FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions). But first we need them!

Feel free to add as many as you'd like per post http://www.techhelpforum.com/images/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif. I'll start it off.

Q. Eww! This version of Windows is very different. How do I bring back the old theme(style)?

A. Start-Control Panel-Display-Appearance-Choose Windows Classic style.

Please make sure everything is indeed accurate before posting! http://www.techhelpforum.com/images/smilies/banana.gif

pcdoc

27/01/2007, 18:04

Just a thought too, from the win xp performance thread

1. Increase the Amount of Frequently Used Programs Displayed on the Start Menu the instructions are for the NEW winxp start menu NOT the classic one

tboorman

28/01/2007, 16:09

Q. How can I make applications that are not responding automatically close at shutdown?

A. Change the value of HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop\AutoEndTasks in the Registry to 1.

riley

27/05/2007, 20:53

Q. How can I make my internet preform faster?

A. Disable any applications using large amount of bandwidth, general system maintenance (ie, antivirus scan to improve system speed by removing malware). Join ADSL24! (I suppose the list is endless)

WitchHouse

27/05/2007, 21:13

Q: how do I find more detailed alternative Performance system monitor

A: go in to your start menu and in the run box type or paste this command: perfmon.msc

Plonker

27/05/2007, 21:30

Q. How can I make applications that are not responding automatically close at shutdown?

A. Change the value of HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop\AutoEndTasks in the Registry to 1.

Top tip that sir :D