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Shenan,
The 512mb did the trick! You are wonderful, wonderful to have included all
of this information. I haven't had a chance to look at it yet but I promise
that I will.
While I'm not savvy enough to do registry I'm not a novice either. I run
Microsoft AntiSpyWare & Norton AntiVirus daily so I don't think my PC is
"dirty." I think scandisk/defrag run automatically from time to time but
I'll have to check the scheduled events to make sure. I did run it manually
about a month ago. And I run Nero backup monthly.
I don't have a firewall but do have a wireless network at home and there is
a firewall (?) in the router. There was a site you could go to (I can look
it up if you want to know it) and ask it to try to "see" you. There was
only one port on my PC that it could see but that port was not being used or
something like that. Anyhow it was inactive. As far as something accessing
my PC or me trying to access something outside, some software I have
installed does inform me of that activity. It might be the Microsoft
AntiSpyWare but I am not certain.
Someone had mentioned Belarc Advisor for inventory and I downloaded that and
printed the inventory. Oh. Maybe my PC speed would have been on that.
Mmmhmm... 3.20 gigahertz Intel Pentium 4, 8 kilobyte primary memory cache,
512 kilobyte secondary memory cache.
OK. System restore point. Yes, I need to do that.
OK. What do I use my PC for? Mainly just fun! Email, news, board games,
just plain research on stuff. Oh yeah. And COMICS! Yea! This is the best
site I've found http://www.mycomicspage.com/ but there are certainly others
out there. From time to time I'll check them out as they have some other
comics that I miss. Like Blondie for example.
And Gunther, thank you for your suggestion about Mozilla. I did run that on
my old PC maybe about 4 years ago. And there were a lot of things that I
liked about it. But it needed some care and feeding and remember what I
said about not being PC savvy? Well, it finally got to be too much work.
I'm pretty happy with IE. It's really XP that makes me crazy! And there's
really only one thing about XP that I don't like but have never been able to
find a solution and that's about the fonts. I've posted here before and
received lots of suggestions but nothing has ever turned the corner so I
live with it.
OK. I breezed through all of your very thoughtful information and I will
follow-up. My company got hit with that ha-ha virus a couple of weeks ago
and it brought us to our knees for 3 days! And we have a top-notch IT
department! We were up and down, up and down. Big problem was that people
with laptops who didn't get the patch on Monday brought their laptops in on
Tuesday, even Wednesday, and logged into the network and BANG! We were hit
again. So I don't want that kind of trouble on my home PC.
Again I thank you both for your replies. Shenan, when I get good
information about something I make a note and put it in my "How to" folder
so I'll add a bunch of stuff from all your links and tips. I particularly
like the Google search you mentioned.
Kathy
aka smiley
In God We Trust
"Shenan Stanley" <newshelper@gmail.com> wrote in message
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> OOps..
> Might help if i put the tips in there I referenced!
>
> Microsoft has these suggestions for Protecting your computer from the
> various things that could happen to you/it:
>
> Protect your PC
> http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/
>
>
> Although those tips are fantastic, there are many things you should
> know above and beyond what is there. Below I have detailed
> out many steps that can not only help you clean-up a problem PC but
> keep it clean ,secure and running at its top performance mark.
>
> I know this text can seem intimidating - it is quite long and a lot
> to take in for a novice - but I assure you that one trip through this
> list and you will understand your computer and the options available
> to you for protecting your data much better - and that the next time
> you review these steps, the time it takes will be greatly reduced.
>
> Let's take the cleanup of your computer step-by-step. Yes, it will take
> up some of your time - but consider what you use your computer
> for and how much you would dislike it if all of your stuff on your
> computer went away because you did not "feel like" performing some
> simple maintenance tasks - think of it like taking out your garbage,
> collecting and sorting your postal mail, paying your bills on time,
> etc.
>
> I'll mainly work around Windows XP, as that is what the bulk of this
> document is about; however, here is a place for you poor souls still
> stuck in Windows 98/ME where you can get information on maintaining
> your system:
>
> Windows 98 and 'Maintaining Your Computer':
> http://www.microsoft.com/windows98/usingwindows/maintaining/
>
> Windows ME Computer Health:
> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsME/using/computerhealth/articles/
>
> Pay close attention to the sections:
> (in order)
> - Clean up your hard disk
> - Check for errors by running ScanDisk
> - Defragment your hard disk
> - Roll back the clock with System Restore
>
>
> Also - now is a good time to point you to one of the easiest ways to find
> information on problems you may be having and solutions others have found:
>
> Search using Google!
> http://www.google.com/
> (How-to:
http://www.google.com/intl/en/help/basics.html )
>
>
> Now, let's go through some maintenance first that should only have to be
> done once (mostly):
>
> Tip (1):
> Locate all of the software you have installed on your computer.
> (the installation media - CDs, downloaded files, etc)
> Collect these CDs and files together in a central and safe
> place along with their CD keys and such. Make backups of these
> installation media sets using your favorite copying method (CD/DVD Burner
> and application, Disk copier, etc.) You'll be glad to know that if you
> have a CD/DVD burner, you may be able to use a free application to make a
> duplicate copy of your CDs. One such application is ISORecorder:
>
> ISORecorder page (with general instructions on use):
>
http://isorecorder.alexfeinman.com/beta.htm
>
> Yes - it is BETA software - but very useful and well tested.
>
> More full function applications (free) for CD/DVD burning would be:
>
> DeepBurner Free
> http://www.deepburner.com/
>
> CDBurnerXP Pro
> http://www.cdburnerxp.se/
>
> Another Option would be to search the web with Pricewatch.com or
> Dealsites.net and find deals on Products like Ahead Nero and/or Roxio.
>
>
> Tip (2):
> Empty your Temporary Internet Files and shrink the size it stores to a
> size between 128MB and 512MB..
>
> - Open ONE copy of Internet Explorer.
> - Select TOOLS -> Internet Options.
> - Under the General tab in the "Temporary Internet Files" section, do the
> following:
> - Click on "Delete Cookies" (click OK)
> - Click on "Settings" and change the "Amount of disk space to use:" to
> something between 128MB and 512MB. (Betting it is MUCH larger right
> now.)
> - Click OK.
> - Click on "Delete Files" and select to "Delete all offline contents"
> (the checkbox) and click OK. (If you had a LOT, this could take 2-10
> minutes or more.)
> - Once it is done, click OK, close Internet Explorer, re-open Internet
> Explorer.
>
>
> Tip (3):
> If things are running a bit sluggish and/or you have an older system
> (1.5GHz or less and 256MB RAM or less) then you may want to look into
> tweaking the performance by turning off some of the 'resource hogging'
> Windows XP "prettifications". The fastest method is:
>
> Control Panel --> System --> Advanced tab --> Performance section,
> Settings button. Then choose "adjust for best performance" and you
> now have a Windows 2000/98 look which turned off most of the annoying
> "prettifications" in one swift action. You can play with the last
> three checkboxes to get more of an XP look without many of the
> other annoyances. You could also grab and install/use one
> (or more) of the Microsoft Powertoys - TweakUI in particular:
>
>
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/downloads/powertoys/xppowertoys.mspx
>
>
> Tip (4):
> Understanding what a good password might be is vital to your
> personal and system security. You may think you do not need to password
> your home computer, as you may have it in a locked area (your home) where
> no one else has access to it. Remember, however, you aren't always
> "in that locked area" when using your computer online - meaning you likely
> have usernames and passwords associated with web sites and the likes that
> you would prefer other people do not discover/use. This is why you should
> understand and utilize good passwords.
>
> Good passwords are those that meet these general rules
> (mileage may vary):
>
> Passwords should contain at least six characters, and the character
> string should contain at least three of these four character types:
> - uppercase letters
> - lowercase letters
> - numerals
> - nonalphanumeric characters (e.g., *, %, &, !,
>
> Passwords should not contain your name/username.
> Passwords should be unique to you and easy to remember.
>
> One method many people are using today is to make up a phrase that
> describes a point in their life and then turning that phrase into their
> password by using only certain letters out of each word in that phrase.
> It's much better than using your birthday month/year or your anniversary
> in a pure sense. For example, let's say my phrase is:
> 'Moved to new home in 2004'
> I could come up with this password from that:
> 'Mv2n3whmN04'
>
> The password tip is in the one time section, but I highly
> recommend you periodically change your passwords. The suggested time
> varies, but I will throw out a 'once in every 3 to 6 months for
> every account you have.'
>
>
> Tip (5):
> This tip is also 'questionable' in the one time section; however -
> if properly setup - this one can be pretty well ignored for most people
> after the initial 'fiddle-with' time.
>
> Why you should use a computer firewall..
>
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/viruses/fwbenefits.mspx
>
> You should, in some way, use a firewall. Hardware (like a nice
> Cable Modem/DSL router) or software is up to you. Many use both of
> these. The simplest one to use is the hardware one, as most people
> don't do anything that they will need to configure their NAT device
> for and those who do certainly will not mind fiddling with the equipment
> to make things work for them. Next in the line of simplicity would
> have to be the built-in Windows Firewall of Windows XP. In SP2 it
> is turned on by default. It is not difficult to turn on in any
> case, however:
>
> Enable/Disable the Internet Connection Firewall (Pre-SP2):
>
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/283673
>
> More information on the Internet Connection Firewall (Pre-SP2):
>
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/320855
>
> Post-SP2 Windows Firewall Information/guidance:
>
http://snipurl.com/atal
>
> The trouble with the Windows Firewall is that it only keeps things
> out. For most people who maintain their system in other ways, this is
> MORE than sufficient. However, you may feel otherwise. If you want to
> know when one of your applications is trying to obtain access to the
> outside world so you can stop it, then you will have to install a
> third-party application and configure/maintain it. I have compiled a
> list with links of some of the better known/free firewalls you can choose
> from:
>
> BlackICE PC Protection (~$39.95 and up)
> http://blackice.iss.net/
>
> Jetico Personal Firewall (Free)
>
http://www.jetico.com/index.htm#/jpfirewall.htm
>
> Kerio Personal Firewall (KPF) (Free and up)
>
http://www.kerio.com/kpf_download.html
>
> Outpost Firewall from Agnitum (Free and up)
> http://www.agnitum.com/download/
>
> Sygate Personal Firewall (Free and up)
>
http://smb.sygate.com/buy/download_buy.htm
>
> Symantec's Norton Personal Firewall (~$25 and up)
> http://www.symantec.com/sabu/nis/npf/
>
> ZoneAlarm (Free and up)
>
http://snipurl.com/6ohg
>
> You should find the right firewall for your situation in that
> list and set it up.
>
> Every firewall WILL require some maintenance. Essentially checking for
> patches or upgrades (this goes for hardware and software solutions) is
> the extent of this maintenance - you may also have to configure your
> firewall to allow some traffic depending on your needs.
>
> ** Don't stack the software firewalls! Running more than one software
> firewall will not make you safer - it would possibly negate some
> protection you gleamed from one or the other firewall you run.
>
>
> Now that you have some of the more basic things down..
> Let's go through some of the steps you should take periodically to
> maintain a healthy and stable windows computer. If you have not
> done some of these things in the past, they may seem tedious - however,
> they will become routine and some can even be automatically scheduled.
>
>
> Tip (6):
> The system restore feature is a new one - first appearing in Windows
> ME and then sticking around for Windows XP. It is a useful feature
> if you keep it maintained and use it to your advantage. Remember that
> the system restore pretty much tells you in the name what it protects
> which is 'system' files. Your documents, your pictures, your stuff is
> NOT system files - so you should also look into some backup solution.
>
> Whenever you think about it (after doing a once-over on your machine
> once a month or so would be optimal) - clear out your System Restore
> and create a manual restoration point.
>
> 'Why?'
>
> Too many times have I seen the system restore files go corrupt or get
> a virus in them, meaning you could not or did not want to restore from
> them. By clearing it out periodically you help prevent any corruption
> from happening and you make sure you have at least one good "snapshot".
> (*This, of course, will erase any previous restore point you have.*)
>
> - Turn off System Restore.
>
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310405
> - Reboot the Computer.
> - Review the first bullet to turn on System Restore
> - Make a Manual Restoration Point.
>
http://snipurl.com/68nx
>
> That covers your system files, but doesn't do anything for the files
> that you are REALLY worried about - yours! For that you need to look
> into backups. You can either manually copy your important files, folders,
> documents, spreadsheets, emails, contacts, pictures, drawings and so on
> to an external location (CD/DVD - any disk of some sort, etc) or you can
> use the backup tool that comes with Windows XP:
>
> How To Use Backup to Back Up Files and Folders on Your Computer
>
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/308422
>
> Yes - you still need some sort of external media to store the results
> on, but you could schedule the backup to occur when you are not around,
> then burn the resultant data onto CD or DVD or something when you are
> (while you do other things!)
>
> A lot of people have wondered about how to completely backup their system
> so that they would not have to go through the trouble of a reinstall..
> I'm going to voice my opinion here and say that it would be worthless to
> do for MOST people. Unless you plan on periodically updating the image
> backup of your system (remaking it) - then by the time you use it
> (something goes wrong) - it will be so outdated as to be more trouble than
> performing a full install of the operating system and all applications.
>
> Having said my part against it, you can clone/backup your hard drive
> completely using many methods - by far the simplest are using disk cloning
> applications:
>
> Symantec/Norton Ghost
> http://www.symantec.com/sabu/ghost/
>
> Acronis True Image
>
http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage
>
>
> Tip (7):
> You should sometimes look through the list of applications that are
> installed on your computer. The list may surprise you. There are more
> than likely things in there you know you never use - so why have them
> there? There may even be things you know you did *not* install and
> certainly do not use (maybe don't WANT to use.)
>
> This web site should help you get started at looking through this list:
>
> How to Uninstall Programs
>
http://snipurl.com/8v6b
>
> A word of warning - Do NOT uninstall anything you think you MIGHT need
> in the future unless you have completed Tip (1) and have the installation
> media and proper keys for use backed up somewhere safe!
>
>
> Tip (8):
> Patches and Updates!
>
> This one cannot be stressed enough. It is SO simple, yet so neglected
> by many people. It is especially simple for the critical Windows patches!
> Microsoft put in an AUTOMATED feature for you to utilize so that you do
> NOT have to worry yourself about the patching of the Operating System:
>
> How to configure and use Automatic Updates in Windows XP
>
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/306525
>
> However, not everyone wants to be a slave to automation, and that is
> fine. Admittedly, I prefer this method on some of my more critical
> systems.
>
> Windows Update
> http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/
>
> Go there and scan your machine for updates. Always get the critical ones
> as you see them. Write down the KB###### or Q###### you see when
> selecting the updates and if you have trouble over the next few days,
> go into your control panel (Add/Remove Programs), insure that the
> 'Show Updates' checkbox is checked and match up the latest numbers you
> downloaded recently (since you started noticing an issue) and uninstall
> them. If there was more than one (usually is), uninstall them one by one
> with a few hours of use in between, to see if the problem returns.
> Yes - the process is not perfect (updating) and can cause trouble like I
> mentioned - but as you can see, the solution isn't that bad - and is
> MUCH better than the alternatives.
>
> Windows is not the only product you likely have on your PC. The
> manufacturers of the other products usually have updates. New versions
> of almost everything come out all the time - some are free, some are pay
> and some you can only download if you are registered - but it is best
> to check. Just go to their web pages and look under their support and
> download sections. For example, for Microsoft Office you should visit:
>
> Microsoft Office Updates
> http://office.microsoft.com/
> (and select 'Check for Updates' and/or 'Downloads' for more)
>
> You also have hardware on your machine that requires drivers to interface
> with the operating system. You have a video card that allows you to see
> on
> your screen, a sound card that allows you to hear your PCs sound output
> and
> so on. Visit those manufacturer web sites for the latest downloadable
> drivers for your hardware/operating system. Always get the manufacturers'
> hardware driver over any Microsoft offers. On the Windows Update site I
> mentioned earlier, I suggest NOT getting their hardware drivers - no
> matter
> how tempting.
>
> How do you know what hardware you have in your computer? Break out the
> invoice or if it is up and working now - take inventory:
>
> Belarc Advisor
>
http://belarc.com/free_download.html
>
> EVEREST Home Edition
>
http://www.lavalys.com/products/download.php?pid=1&lang=en
>
> Once you know what you have, what next? Go get the latest driver for your
> hardware/OS from the manufacturer's web page. For example, let's say you
> have an NVidia chipset video card or ATI video card, perhaps a Creative
> Labs sound card or C-Media chipset sound card...
>
> NVidia Video Card Drivers
>
http://www.nvidia.com/content/drivers/drivers.asp
>
> ATI Video Card Drivers
>
http://www.atitech.com/support/driver.html
>
> Creative Labs Sound Device
> http://us.creative.com/support/downloads/
>
> C-Media Sound Device
>
http://www.cmedia.com.tw/e_download_01.htm
>
> Then install these drivers. Updated drivers are usually more stable and
> may provide extra benefits/features that you really wished you had before.
>
> As for Service Pack 2 (SP2) for Windows XP, Microsoft has made this
> particular patch available in a number of ways. First, there is the
> Windows Update web page above. Then there is a direct download site.
>
> Direct Download of Service Pack 2 (SP2) for Windows XP
>
http://snipurl.com/8bqy
>
> If all else fails - grab the full download above and try to use that.
> In this case - consider yourself a 'IT professional or developer'.
>
>
> Tip (9):
> What about the dreaded word in the computer world, VIRUS?
>
> Well, there are many products to choose from that will help you prevent
> infections from these horrid little applications. Many are FREE to the
> home user and which you choose is a matter of taste, really. Many people
> have emotional attachments or performance issues with one or another
> AntiVirus software. Try some out, read reviews and decide for yourself
> which you like more:
>
> ( Good Comparison Page for AV software: http://www.av-comparatives.org/ )
>
> AntiVir (Free and up)
> http://www.free-av.com/
>
> avast! (Free and up)
> http://www.avast.com/
>
> AVG Anti-Virus System (Free and up)
> http://free.grisoft.com/
>
> eset NOD32 (~$39.00 and up)
>
http://www.eset.com/products/products.htm
>
> eTrust EZ Antivirus (~$29.95 and up)
> http://ca.com/store/home/us/hp2/
>
> Kaspersky Anti-Virus (~$49.95 and up)
>
http://www.kaspersky.com/products.html
>
> McAfee VirusScan (~$11 and up)
> http://www.mcafee.com/
>
> Panda Antivirus Titanium (~$39.95 and up)
> http://www.pandasoftware.com/
> (Free Online Scanner: http://www.pandasoftware.com/activescan/)
>
> RAV AntiVirus Online Virus Scan (Free!)
> http://www.ravantivirus.com/scan/
>
> Symantec (Norton) AntiVirus (~$11 and up)
> http://www.symantec.com/nav/nav_9xnt/
>
> Trend Micro (~$49.95 and up)
>
http://www.trendmicro.com/en/home/us/personal.htm
> (Free Online Scanner:
> http://housecall.trendmicro.com/housecall/start_corp.asp)
>
>
> Most of them have automatic update capabilities. You will have to
> look into the features of the one you choose. Whatever one you finally
> settle with - be SURE to keep it updated (I recommend at least daily) and
> perform a full scan periodically (yes, most protect you actively, but a
> full scan once a month at 4AM probably won't bother you.)
>
>
> Tip (10):
> The most rampant infestation at the current time concerns SPYWARE/ADWARE.
> You need to eliminate it from your machine.
>
> There is no one software that cleans and immunizes you against
> everything. Antivirus software - you only needed one. Firewall, you
> only needed one. AntiSpyware - you will need several. I have a list and
> I recommend you use at least the first five.
>
> First - make sure you have NOT installed "Rogue AntiSpyware". There are
> people out there who created AntiSpyware products that actually install
> spyware of their own! You need to avoid these:
>
> Rogue/Suspect Anti-Spyware Products & Web Sites
>
http://www.spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm
>
> Also, you can always visit this site..
>
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
> For more updated information.
>
> Install the first five of these: (Install, Run, Update, Scan with..)
> (If you already have one or more - uninstall them and download the
> LATEST version from the page given!)
>
> Lavasoft AdAware (Free and up)
> http://www.lavasoft.de/support/download/
> (How-to:
http://snipurl.com/atdn )
>
> Spybot Search and Destroy (Free!)
>
http://www.safer-networking.net/en/download/index.html
> (How-to:
http://snipurl.com/atdk )
>
> Bazooka Adware and Spyware Scanner (Free!)
> http://www.kephyr.com/spywarescanner/
> (How-to:
http://snipurl.com/ate3 )
>
> SpywareBlaster (Free!)
>
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/sbdownload.html
> (How-to:
http://snipurl.com/ate6 )
>
> IE-SPYAD2 (Free!)
>
https://netfiles.uiuc.edu/ehowes/www/resource.htm
> (How-to:
http://snipurl.com/ate7 )
>
> CWShredder Stand-Alone (Free!)
>
http://www.intermute.com/spysubtract/cwshredder_download.html
>
> Hijack This! (Free!)
>
http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/downloads.html
> (Log Analyzer: http://hjt.iamnotageek.com/ )
>
> ToolbarCop (Free!)
>
http://windowsxp.mvps.org/toolbarcop.htm
>
> Microsoft AntiSpyware BETA (in testing stages - Free!)
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/
> (How-to:
http://snipurl.com/fqur )
>
> Browser Security Tests (Free Tester)
> http://www.jasons-toolbox.com/BrowserSecurity/
>
> Popup Tester (Free Tester)
> http://www.popuptest.com/
>
> The Cleaner (~$49.95 and up)
> http://www.moosoft.com/
>
> Sometimes you need to install the application and reboot into SAFE MODE in
> order to thoroughly clean your computer. Many applications also have
> (or are) immunization applications. Spybot Search and Destroy and
> SpywareBlaster are two that currently do the best job at passively
> protecting your system from malware. None of these programs (in these
> editions) run in the background unless you TELL them to. The space they
> take up and how easy they are to use greatly makes up for any
> inconvenience
> you may be feeling.
>
> Please notice that Windows XP SP2 does help stop popups as well.
>
> Another option is to use an alternative Web browser. I suggest
> 'Mozilla Firefox', as it has some great features and is very easy to use:
>
> Mozilla Firefox
> http://www.mozilla.org/products/firefox/
>
>
> So your machine is pretty clean and up to date now. If you use the
> sections
> above as a guide, it should stay that way as well! There are still a few
> more things you can do to keep your machine running in top shape.
>
>
> Tip (11):
> You should periodically check your hard drive(s) for errors and defragment
> them. Only defragment after you have cleaned up your machine of
> outside parasites and never defragment as a solution to a quirkiness in
> your system. It may help speed up your system, but it should be clean
> before you do this. Do these things IN ORDER...
>
> How to use Disk Cleanup
>
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310312
>
> How to scan your disks for errors
>
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315265
>
> How to Defragment your hard drives
>
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/314848
>
> I would personally perform the above steps at least once every three
> months.
> For most people this should be sufficient, but if the difference you
> notice
> afterwards is greater than you think it should be, lessen the time in
> between its schedule.. If the difference you notice is negligible, you
> can
> increase the time.
>
>
> Tip (12):
> SPAM! JUNK MAIL!
> This one can get annoying, just like the rest. You get 50 emails in one
> sitting and 2 of them you wanted. NICE! (Not.) What can you do? Well,
> although there are services out there to help you, some email
> servers/services that actually do lower your spam with features built into
> their servers - I still like the methods that let you be the end-decision
> maker on what is spam and what is not. I have two products to suggest to
> you, look at them and see if either of them suite your needs. Again, if
> they don't, Google is free and available for your perusal.
>
> SpamBayes (Free!)
> http://spambayes.sourceforge.net/
>
> Spamihilator (Free!)
> http://www.spamihilator.com/
>
> As I said, those are not your only options, but are reliable ones I have
> seen function for hundreds+ people.
>
>
> Tip (13):
> ADVANCED TIP! Only do this once you are comfortable under the hood of
> your
> computer!
>
> There are lots of services on your PC that are probably turned on by
> default
> you don't use. Why have them on? Check out these web pages to see what
> all
> of the services you might find on your computer are and set them according
> to your personal needs. Be CAREFUL what you set to manual, and take heed
> and write down as you change things! Also, don't expect a large
> performance
> increase or anything - especially on today's 2+ GHz machines, however - I
> look at each service you set to manual as one less service you have to
> worry
> about someone exploiting.
>
> Black Viper Service Configuration Tips
>
http://www.blackviper.com/WinXP/servicecfg.htm
>
> Configuring Services
>
http://snakefoot.fateback.com/tweak/winnt/services.html
>
> Task List Programs
>
http://www.answersthatwork.com/Tasklist_pages/tasklist.htm
>
> Processes in Windows NT/2000/XP
> http://www.reger24.de/prozesse/
>
> There are also applications that AREN'T services that startup when you
> start
> up the computer/logon. One of the better description on how to handle
> these
> I have found here:
>
> Startups
>
http://www.pacs-portal.co.uk/startup_content.php
>
>
> If you follow the advice laid out above (and do some of your own research
> as
> well, so you understand what you are doing) - your computer will stay
> fairly
> stable and secure and you will have a more trouble-free system.
>
> --
> Shenan Stanley
> MS-MVP
> --
> How To Ask Questions The Smart Way
>
http://www.catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
>
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