If your like most people out there who are expieriencing an aging computer. You may want to try this quick tip on how to make your computer boot faster. (This method will apply for XP and Vista. )

Steps:

1.Click Start<Select Run

2.Type in msconfig

3. Wait for the following window to open.

4. Click on the startup tab. Your screen should look like this.

5.As you can see, these are the programs that startup with your computer which cause the delay. You may recognize some of the programs such as if you have a logitech wireless mouse you might see a logitec application in the list. Click the unnecessary programs that you won’t need to start up such as Quicktime or Messenger.

Be careful with what you uncheck. You can google the startup item if you aren’t sure what it is. Don’t ever uncheck important programs such as your wireless mouse’s program or your antivirus program.

6. Click apply then ok and you are done. You will be prompted to restart but that is your choice.

*Note: I am not responsible for any damage or incidents caused by this tutorial. Use at your own risk.*

This is a very basic tip and should not cause any harm usually. Though if you feel unsafe dont try it.

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