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wilcopshot · 10-26-2003, 06:25 AM

It seems incredible to me that microsoft have not yet created an OS that is forever youthfull. No matter how well i keep my computer and try to preserve my OS i find that over the course of about a year it gradually gets more unstable and eventually it is too annoying to bother with and its time to FORMAT and REINSTALL.

I know this really can not be avoided but i would like to gather some tools, tips and tricks about keeping XP pro fast, stable and reliable. I will start by just mentioning a few things i do to try and preserve it.

1: Simple file structure. Everything has its place and is organised so i know where it all is. Installations are all to the same directory and i defrag once every few months.

2: Test software on another machine first. I have an old comp that i never really use so i test none mainstream software on that first.

3: Scan for viruses every week. Doesnt take long so why not eh?

4: Keep it up to date. Autoupdate works a treat.

5: Keep HD used space to a minimum. Increases speed. Only affects stability when you break into Virtual Memory space. With 80GB though thats next to never.

Any more suggestions are appreciated.
Now if you will excuse me, i have to create space on my other HD so i move everyhting accross so i can FORMAT and REINSTALL!!

10-26-2003, 06:25 AM	#1
wilcopshot Member (7 bit) Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Cheltenham, England Posts: 124	Fight Windows Depletion!! It seems incredible to me that microsoft have not yet created an OS that is forever youthfull. No matter how well i keep my computer and try to preserve my OS i find that over the course of about a year it gradually gets more unstable and eventually it is too annoying to bother with and its time to FORMAT and REINSTALL. I know this really can not be avoided but i would like to gather some tools, tips and tricks about keeping XP pro fast, stable and reliable. I will start by just mentioning a few things i do to try and preserve it. 1: Simple file structure. Everything has its place and is organised so i know where it all is. Installations are all to the same directory and i defrag once every few months. 2: Test software on another machine first. I have an old comp that i never really use so i test none mainstream software on that first. 3: Scan for viruses every week. Doesnt take long so why not eh? 4: Keep it up to date. Autoupdate works a treat. 5: Keep HD used space to a minimum. Increases speed. Only affects stability when you break into Virtual Memory space. With 80GB though thats next to never. Any more suggestions are appreciated. Now if you will excuse me, i have to create space on my other HD so i move everyhting accross so i can FORMAT and REINSTALL!!