Thanks for that input, I really appreciate it. I did all of those tweaks except #4 and did have frame increase in FS2004. But in other posts on other forems the replys scared me so I reset all back to stock.
I have done a few tweaks on my system (XP home SP1), but having looked at the link you gave, those don't appeal to me. For example, the advice to uninstall the indexing service is not what I would recommend; if you don't want to use it, it is simple to stop or disable it, which is much more easily undone; in any case, indexing can be set not to interfere with your use of the PC, by setting it to run only in idle time (see my posts in the pinned thread about cidaemon).
If you want to try out some tweaks, there are sites that offer ones that are generally considered to be safe, for example:
However, I agree with fireberd, it is unlikely that you will notice much difference in performance, if that is what your'e after. Most tweaks are cosmetic or provide quick or convenient ways to do some things. The ones that make more drastic changes can, as fireberd says cause problems.
If you have less than 512MB RAM, the best thing you could do to improve performance, would be to add memory.
I personally find that although many don't think so, Microsoft does know best. For most (almost all) users the default Windows XP configurations are all that is needed. There are things that can be done, how much they really help is questionable and then there are other "user tweaks" that may do a certain thing but ultimately will cause problems elsewhere in the Operating System or computer use. There are also certain "tweaks" for specific instances and if you apply them for something other that a specific use it could either not do anything or cause other problems.
I do part-time computer support and repair. I've had service calls because of "user tweaks".
Tweak #3 – Increase Your File System Cache
Can be done by pressing Windows+Break(pause) keys together , Advanced tab , Performance Settings , Advanced tab , Memory usage , check System cache.
Tweak #2 – Turn Off Windows Indexing
Can be done using Search , Indexing Service usually disabled.
"The last adjustment is to set the "Launch folder windows in separate process" setting by opening the "My Computer\Tools\Folder Options\View -and tick the "Launch folder windows in separate process" box."
Can be done by Double clicking "My Computer" , Tools > Folder Options , General tab & check "Browse Folders" "Open each folder in its own window".
Microsoft also provides an unsupported FREE program for XP+SP1 called TweakUI , which has some registry Tweaks.
You can download FREE Microsoft program called TweakUI for XP+ SP1 from;
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/downloads/powertoys.asp ----------
If you use Dial-up the option to Hold the Internet connection is useful when you re-start Windows (ie: Log OFF then Log ON) or Switch Users
Also usefull when Windows freezes or you need to re-start Windows after a program is installed.
Select "Logon" , tick "Keep RAS connections after you logoff"
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You can also add this by using Registry Editor
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon
use Edit, New > String Value & enter text KeepRasConnections
KeepRasConnections 1
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Message Edited by gryjhnhpe on 01-21-2004 11:33 AM
Message Edited by gryjhnhpe on 01-21-2004 11:34 AM
dandivine
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Thanks for that input, I really appreciate it. I did all of those tweaks except #4 and did have frame increase in FS2004. But in other posts on other forems the replys scared me so I reset all back to stock.
Here is a forum for you to visit: http://steelguitarforum.com/
JRosenfeld
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January 20th, 2004 21:00
I have done a few tweaks on my system (XP home SP1), but having looked at the link you gave, those don't appeal to me. For example, the advice to uninstall the indexing service is not what I would recommend; if you don't want to use it, it is simple to stop or disable it, which is much more easily undone; in any case, indexing can be set not to interfere with your use of the PC, by setting it to run only in idle time (see my posts in the pinned thread about cidaemon).
If you want to try out some tweaks, there are sites that offer ones that are generally considered to be safe, for example:
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp.htm
http://www.onecomputerguy.com/windowsxp_tips.htm
http://www.blackviper.com/WinXP/servicecfg.htm
However, I agree with fireberd, it is unlikely that you will notice much difference in performance, if that is what your'e after. Most tweaks are cosmetic or provide quick or convenient ways to do some things. The ones that make more drastic changes can, as fireberd says cause problems.
If you have less than 512MB RAM, the best thing you could do to improve performance, would be to add memory.
fireberd
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January 20th, 2004 21:00
I personally find that although many don't think so, Microsoft does know best. For most (almost all) users the default Windows XP configurations are all that is needed. There are things that can be done, how much they really help is questionable and then there are other "user tweaks" that may do a certain thing but ultimately will cause problems elsewhere in the Operating System or computer use. There are also certain "tweaks" for specific instances and if you apply them for something other that a specific use it could either not do anything or cause other problems.
I do part-time computer support and repair. I've had service calls because of "user tweaks".
gryjhnhpe
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January 20th, 2004 22:00
Can be done by pressing Windows+Break(pause) keys together , Advanced tab , Performance Settings , Advanced tab , Memory usage , check System cache.
Can be done using Search , Indexing Service usually disabled.
Can be done by Double clicking "My Computer" , Tools > Folder Options , General tab & check "Browse Folders" "Open each folder in its own window".
You can download FREE Microsoft program called TweakUI for XP+ SP1 from;
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/downloads/powertoys.asp
----------
If you use Dial-up the option to Hold the Internet connection is useful when you re-start Windows (ie: Log OFF then Log ON) or Switch Users
Also usefull when Windows freezes or you need to re-start Windows after a program is installed.
--------------
You can also add this by using Registry Editor
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon
use Edit, New > String Value & enter text KeepRasConnections
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Message Edited by gryjhnhpe on 01-21-2004 11:33 AM
Message Edited by gryjhnhpe on 01-21-2004 11:34 AM