Ever feel as though Windows XP was running YOU, instead of the other way around? Maybe it's time to show Windows who's boss. Make it run YOUR way. Get rid of the stuff that doesn't help you do what you want to do. Soup up security so you're better protected against spyware and other nasties. Find things faster with more efficient searches. Woody Leonhard shows you exactly how to do it in Windows XP Hacks & Mods For Dummies. Don't let the word "hack" intimidate you. Woody walks you through every suggested adjustment step by step. He even provides plenty of explanation about what's involved and what tools you need. Windows XP Hacks & Mods For Dummies even gives you a convenient list of common hacks you should avoid because they don’t accomplish much. You'll discover how to:
Eliminate the annoying features that came pre-installed on your PC
Speed up your system performance
Pin programs, folders, files, and Web pages so they appear on your Start menu
Launch applications more quickly
Boost the performance of your favorite games
Get the most from your iPod and Windows Media Player
Navigate peer-to-peer file sharing safely
Find free virus protection
In the fun and friendly Dummies style, Woody Leonhard gives you tons of helpful advice to make your relationship with Windows XP a lot more rewarding.
- ISBN13 9780470222393
- Publish Date 14 May 2007 (first published 19 September 2005)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 9 April 2013
- Publish Country US
- Imprint For Dummies
- Edition 1st edition
- Format eBook
- Pages 362
- Language English
- URL http://wiley.com