How to Speed up Windows XP

While Windows 7 may be close, Windows XP is still the main operating system of choice for many people. And, being that the more you use your computer, the slower it will inevitably become, there are many articles on the web describing various ways to "fix" Windows and make it fast again. This article is one of my favorites to send to people that need help doing some common tasks that are almost surefire (and free) ways to speed up that mopey XP computer. While nothing can replace a new stick of Ram, these things will help get the ball rolling again, letting you get back to whatever nonsensical projects you were tackling!