Ars Technica

Is there anyway to reset Windows XP Pro settings (all of them) without losing the registry setting for my installed programs

As the question says I need to get back to a fresh install of XP pro (getting rid of all updates, registry modifications, group policy settings etc) without losing information about third part ...

These hidden Windows settings cut my boot time in half — and they're already on your PC

Restart your PC and tap the key shown on screen (often F2, Delete, or Esc) to enter the BIOS. Once there, look for a menu ...
Ars Technica

XP: freezes at "Saving your settings"; can't log in another user; can't update

Hello,<BR><BR>Over the weekend, Windows XP on my home machine developed some problems:<BR><BR>First, machine details: It's a 1999 Dell Desktop dimension running "stock" Windows XP (no patches or ...
Grand Forks Herald

Q AND A: Simple settings change can prevent frequent hibernation

QUESTION: I've been using my wife's computer, which has a default setting that turns off programs such as e-mail after five minutes. Then I have to sign in again. Is there a way to change this setting ...