Windows XP

Use these non-Microsoft communities online to get answers to your questions, state your opinions, meet other Windows XP enthusiasts, and learn more about Windows XP. Your favorite site can participate in the Microsoft Communities Partnership program. To suggest a site, visit the Community Partnership Tool.

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ActiveWin.comActiveWin.com

The Active Network provides news, reviews, community support, and related information for Windows and all Microsoft products.

B i n k . n uB i n k . n u

Bink.nu is a Web site specializing in Microsoft technologies. Check Bink.nu daily for the latest news, downloads, tips and information on Microsoft.

Bleeping ComputerBleeping Computer

Bleeping Computer makes computer information easy to understand with tutorials and support designed, from the ground up, to be easily understood by the beginning computer user.

Cloudeight Information AvenueCloudeight Information Avenue

Helping the Internet community get more from Windows and to educate about dangers of spyware and deceptive software. Includes a community forum.

DCVIEWS - Digital Camera ViewsDCVIEWS - Digital Camera Views

International Web site for digital photography enthusiasts. Up-to-date camera specifications, latest news, online tutorials, camera reviews, hints and tips, quality links and an extensive tools collection.

Ed Bott: Windows (and Office) ExpertiseEd Bott: Windows (and Office) Expertise

Inside information and expert hands-on advice from an award-winning computer journalist and the best-selling author of Microsoft Windows XP Inside Out. Special emphasis on PC security and digital media.

Inside Outlook ExpressInside Outlook Express

Inside Outlook Express is a source of technical information, help and tips for users of Microsoft Outlook Express® for Windows, versions 5, 5.01, 5.5 and 6.

Kelly's XP KornerKelly's XP Korner

I've put together a lot of information from various sources, to help you find answers to the problems some users have with Windows XP. I've also put together some commonly requested tweaks and tips to make XP work the way you want it to.

MSFN - Microsoft Software Forum NetworkMSFN - Microsoft Software Forum Network

Not an official Microsoft site, but an active community focused on Windows XP and other Microsoft software. A top guide site for creating an unattended Windows XP CD/DVD.

Neowin.netNeowin.net

A large Windows enthusiast community. You can expect help and volunteer support either through our community forums or by the news we post for all your Windows related queries.

OSNNOSNN

OSNN is a site dedicated to bringing you the latest information on all that is great in the tech world.

PROneTworks TechnologyPROneTworks Technology

PROneTworks offers a wide ranges of services, most of which are currently located in our dynamic forum, ranging from the latest Windows news to the free support.

Techconnect MagazineTechconnect Magazine

The latest news on hardware, software, reviews, games and downloads online.

The Kim Komando ShowThe Kim Komando Show

Kim Komando hosts the No. 1 TalkRadio show about technology, computers and the Internet. Visit Kim's site for her free e-mail newsletters, weekly column, news, tips, downloads, cool sites and more!

TomCoyoteTomCoyote

This site has been created for you, the user, to help with the removal and solution of computer problems. The focus is to restore the computer back to normal functioning, without the annoyances of viruses, spyware, malware, and browser hijackers.

TweakXP.comTweakXP.com

The largest site for users interested in customizing and tweaking Windows XP. Also has a well known expert-staffed support forum for users to get Windows XP help.

WinCustomizeWinCustomize

WinCustomize is one of the premier library sites for skins, icons, themes and more. We provide support for a wide variety of applications and offer community forums.

Windows Users Group NetworkWindows Users Group Network

A complete resource center for "the best" in Windows XP shareware, Windows XP computing tips and support, Windows industry News... and much more!

Windows XP Tips and TricksWindows XP Tips and Tricks

A mix of articles to help all users of Windows XP extend their understanding of this operating system. A free monthly newsletter is available.

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Visit this Spanish-language online community for articles, forums, sample code, projects, news and other resources for Microsoft .NET technology.

5 Star Support - Free Computer Technical Support

A Free Computer Technical Support Site Featuring Free Computer Advice Along With Thousands of Tips, Tricks, Tutorials, DLL File Downloads, Free Monthly Newsletter and much more!

64 bit Stuff

A site dedicated to the Beta versions of XP 64 bit for extended systems. Soon to be following the much anticipated OEM release of it.

Acronis Resources Center

Reviews and information about increasing computer performance including tips & tricks, case studies on data storage and disk partitioning.

AnotherWin95.com

Community forums, Windows and PC related news. A Portable Application Descritpion (PAD) based submission site for Windows software with over 1700 listings.

AplusDownloads

AplusDownloads Offers Free support for a variety of products such as windows. We are also a newgroup and we cover all the latest news surrounding windows, and related technology news. We are currently covering Windows Vista Related News and

AVmechanic

Friendly Online Help community for Video Editing and Computer hardware and software problems, such as windows, internet and much much more.

Belchfire.net

XP Themes Community. Customize your Windows XP system with thousands of free visual styles, wallpapers and more. Join our forums and get help with common Windows customization issues.

BetaConnect

BetaConnect provides you with the lastest up to date technology, beta and hardware news. We provide downloads, reviews and a commnity board.

Betageeks.com

Betageeks.com is a Great place to find New Windows Related Help and news With our Helpfull Forums and Support you may find all the help you need with all your Microsoft windows Related Problems and Questions.

BetaONE

Site primarily dedicated to beta news and software discussion.

Binarydreams Computer Support Forums

Binary Dreams is a forum. The forums are dedicated to people who need help with any type of computer issue they may encounter. We are here for people who enjoy helping others with computer related issues.

Bits 'n' Bytes Computer Service

Includes an educational section for new and advanced Windows users. The new user section contains how-tos updated monthly, and the advanced section contains articles on discussions of Windows products, security breaches, etc.

CbtTechs Forums

CbtTechs Forums Fast, friendly, easy to understand help and advice on all Windows Operating Systems, applications including basic tutorials on making your computer more efficient.

CDRWXP

CDRWXP is a Portuguese web site wih news, tutorials, tips and forum to help Microsoft software users.

CentrumXP.pl

This is the largest website in Poland for home users who use Microsoft’s products. Include discussion board, news, updates, freeware programs to download and more.

CompSol

Providing Intelligent computing solutions to you.

Computer Fellows

www.whizatpc.com - A website that contains illustrated information, patches, and general troubleshooting steps. It's an online database for novices and tyro users.

Computer Haven

This is a site where beginners can come and learn about computers in a friendly and non-intimidating atmosphere.

Computer Networks

Microsoft, and windows support site. We help with all microsoft operating systems, hardware, gaming, and now, longhorn.

ComputerBB

Free computer help forum, with information on operating systems, software, programming, hardware, networking, and so forth.

ComputerProblems.org

Computer support for all Windows platforms, networking, and applications. Featuring detailed tutorials, hardware and software reviews.

CoolTechZone

CoolTechZone.com is the leading source of technology news, consumer electronics products and computer hardware. Along with that, CoolTechZone editors provide industry insider reports, first looks at digital products and thoughtful columns.

Cyber Tech Help

Free computer help and technical support for all Windows, Llinux, and Macintosh operating systems, computer hardware, computer software, malware, Web design and Internet issues.

D-A-L Free PC Help & Computer Troubleshooting

D-A-L offers a friendly community forum to discuss and get help with many of your Windows related questions. The site is open to both beginners and more experienced PC users.

Doug's Windows 95/98/ME/XP Tweaks and Tips

Tips, tricks and fixes for Windows XP, Windows 95/98/Me. Lots of handy automated tools and utilities for quick simple fixes and tweaks.

Elobing.com

Elobing.com is a Windows XP community with Windows XP support, discussions and news updates.

Folder customizations by Anando

My webpage describes an undocumented feature about how to implement folder backgrounds in Windows XP. Moreover, the procedure does not include any sort of downloads or third party tools.

FrontPage World

Everything Microsoft FrontPage at one simple place on the Web.

Funwithxp.com

An informative Web site that offers software reviews, tweaks, a comprehensive and clearly arranged link list and technical articles dedicated to Windows XP.

Geeks to Go

Free computer help and technical support. Tech experts in software, hardware, and spyware. Community based help forum, and tech news.

HardwareGeeks.com A Friendly Windows Community

HardwareGeeks.com is a friendly Community with the latest reviews and news. HardwareGeeks.com is known for its freindly/helpfull forum. Our members include ex HP and DELL tech support agents who are willing to help you with your computer issue.

HickoryHacksXP

Windows XP how-to and Performance Help

HowToBlog

My virtual brain backup. I work as a Technical Support Engineer in Polish Customer Technical Support Center, and this is a place where I write down interesting issues, solutions for strange problems, and lot's of information i gather throughout my w

INetNews.net

Latest tech news with community. Windows OS and software news, Windows related help and discussion center.

Infopro's Joint

Computer-related links and discussion. Friends helping friends with computers. Tweaking computers since the last century. Your first stop with that new computer should be here. Windows XP is spoken here.

ITBlog

Site describes all new software, betas, events coming from Microsoft and Microsoft's partners.

James A. Eshelman

Supporting Windows 95, 98 & ME desktop systems and leading software. Articles, organized Knowledge Base links, security resources, freeware, patches, free support forum.

JCXP.net

This Windows information site, includes Windows XP tips and tricks, the latest Windows news, compatibility issues solved, downloads, active forums, Longhorn videos, screenshots, and more.

JMF's PC Help & Support Site

A collection of important Windows information: How-tos, KB articles, XP Service Pack 2 links, Longhorn news, Windows Server 2003 and a little bit of personal stuff thrown into the mix.

JS TechSolutions

Information and resources on maintaining, optimizing, and tweaking Windows XP. In addition, there are links to a number of other Windows sites, some of the best free software, and a computer support forum.

Lake Computer Specialists

We are a free online service dedicated to computer users interested in exchanging ideas and helping each other improve their computing experience. As a community we help each other learn and troubleshoot computers and software.

LightStar Technologies

LightStar Technologies is a Web site dedicated to the desktop customization enthusiast. We offer more than 75 free Windows XP/2003 visual styles and WindowBlinds themes which are available to the general public.

Lockergnome

Technology content! We're always trying new things, looking for new contributors, and reaching out to help folks understand this digital world around us.

Longhorn Buzz

A discussion forum focused on future Longhorn news and development.

Mark Salloway's Windows XP Resource Center

Featuring step-by-step help with common issues facing Windows XP users. Also introducing and answering common questions about Media Center in the U.K.

Michael Stevens Tech

The Web site is a compilation of tips, fixes and tutorials on Windows XP. Step by steps on repair install, clean install and moving Windows XP to new hardware are featured.

Microsoft Office Software Help and Support

Microsoft Office Experts help you troubleshoot, support, implement, repair and custom design your Microsoft Office Software Solutions.

New Life For Windows XP

Dedicated to helping new and intermediate users. The site is an "on ramp" to a host of issues pertaining to Microsoft's premier operating system.

NSOrg

NSOrg - XP Themes, Wallpapers, XP Logins, XP Boot Screen, Microsoft, Windows News, Games News, TGT Soft, Software News and Reviews.

NT Compatible

Daily Windows news and information. This website features also a community driven hardware/software compatibility database for Windows NT/2000/XP based operating systems including Windows XP x64.

Optimizing Windows

Installing, optimizing and imaging your computer. All the information you need to install, optimize and create a system image of your Windows PC.

PC Help Forum.com

A new support site for all PC related problems. We cater for all levels of PC user, regardless of experience. Downloads, forums, chat and news. We are dedicated to helping you with your PC problems.

PC Velocity

Computer help forum. We talk about software, hardware, programming, security, networking and more.

PCbanter

XP forum with topics that include the basics, performance & maintenance, hardware & XP, customizing XP, Messenger & networking. Acts as a gateway with the Microsoft community newsgroups.

PCNX

Daily computing news, guides and reviews at your fingertips.

PCSupportforums.com

A Web site dedicated to assisting in the use of computers and other computer-related technologies.

Persian Forum News

http://news.persianforum.net gives you the largest range of information that you can get anywhere on the internet

Ramesh's Windows XP Troubleshooting site

Tips, Tools, Advanced Troubleshooting Guides and Tutorials to resolves problems in Windows® XP Operating System. Most of the Topics deal with the Windows Registry and Shell-UI customizations.

Raul Serrano WebSite

Sitio web sobre tecnologías y productos Microsoft y de actualidad informática. Recursos como FAQ de Windows XP, fixes, tutoriales, artículos y muchos links a webs de otros MVP's

RusFAQ.ru

Российский автоматизированный информационный портал

Short-Media.com

Expert help with spyware, hardware, software, and other technologies - all from an extremely helpful, mature, and friendly community.

Skinning.net - The Community Forum

Learn to skin Microsoft Windows XP. This is a forum for skinners, by skinners, for skinning. The forums at www.skinning.net feature hosting by well-known skinners from within the skinning community.

Software Tips & Tricks

Resource providing various information on Windows products, among them Easter eggs, hot downloads, support forums, virus warnings, articles, file extensions.

Sysinternals

Advanced systems tools and information for Windows.

Tech Support Forum

Free computer support for the masses. Tech Support Forum is a free and friendly computer support site for help with all your computer needs.

TechArena - The Indian Perspective of Technology

News from India. Reviews, Guides, Tutorials, Online Games, Discussions on Gaming, Hardware, Software, Cell Phones, Internet, Programming, Security.

Techconnect Magazine

All the latest news on hardware, software, games, reviews, downloads and much more.

Techconnect Magazine

All the latest news on hardware, software, reviews, games and a lot more.

Tech-Critic

Provides Latest News on the Hottest and Fanciest Technology and also a place to get help when you need it right away!

TechieHQ - Tech Support HeadQuarters

TechieHQ is a forum for Technology tech support. The forums are dedicated to people who need help with any type of computer issue they may encounter. We are people who enjoy helping others with computer related issues.

techlog

Microsoft Related News and Issues

Tech-Recipes

Active community that has developed a computer cookbook of tweaks, tutorials, and help article.s

Techzonez

A knowledgeable forum, offering help and advice on Windows XP, general PC help and support, software updates, tech news, and more.

The Tweaking Experience

The Tweaking Experience is your source for the latest Microsoft Technology, Information and Beta news. I provide you also "The Tweaking Experience" for Microsoft Windows XP/2000 and Windows 2003 Server and other useful resources such as tips, guid

The XP Corner

The XP Corner provides tips, tricks, tweaks, information and downloads for Microsoft Windows XP. Community to share ideas or seek advice.

Tips, Fixes, and Tweeks for Windows XP

XP Maximized has information and technical resources to help you get the most from Windows XP

TLab404 - Windows Support & Advice

Our technical support staff is on hand to deliver clear concise advice to all users, whether new or experienced on the Windows platform.

Web Solution Professionals

Technical support, tips and tricks for Windows 2000 and Windows XP

Windocs.org

Windocs.org is a Turkish community site which offers microsoft Windows related news and forum support.

Windows BBS

Support site for Microsoft operating systems & other products. Also included are areas for networking & security questions.

Windows Movie Makers

An active online community dedicated to helping users of Windows Movie Maker 2 software.

Windows Technical Forum

Boston area based user group focusing on helping IT Professionals deal with supporting businesses using Windows OS in a networked environment.

Windows XP A to Z

Provides an extensive range of registry tweaks, tricks, and hacks for optimizing and tweaking Microsoft's operating system.

Windows XP and Internet Explorer Cyber Forum

The Windows XP and Internet Explorer Cyber Forum is a place to talk and ask support questions on a lot of Microsoft software including Windows, Office, Windows Server System products and more.

Windows XP News and Information

View Windows XP news headlines as well as comments posted by visitors. Contains articles and reviews of how to make a boot disk and tweak Windows.

Windows XP Tips, Troubleshooting, Free Downloads

Tips for Windows XP Security, Optimization and Performance as well as Anti-Spyware, Anti-Adware and Pop up blocker downloads.

Windows XP User

A comprehensive site for Windows XP help and support including a popular forum, supplemented by exclusive editorial features, driver search tools, news and more.

Windows XP Utilities and Illustrations

Utilities and illustrations for help with common issues in Windows XP

Windows-Hints.net

Windows Hints, tips and tweaks.

WindowsSupport User Group

We provide both online and offline peer-to-peer support regarding Microsoft products and technologies

WindowsTalk

A collection of important Windows information: How-tos, KB articles, XP Service Pack 2 links, Longhorn news, Windows Server 2003, PC Security and many handy Windows links.

Winforums.org

Everyday help for everyday problems. Winforums.org is dedicated to the windows community. Offering support for the MS Windows operating system, and related technologies.

WinInsider

IT News about Windows (XP/Longhorn), .NET, Microsoft, with forums, mobile Web access, notification service and more.

WinMatrix.com

WinMatrix is a Windows XP community where people share their desktop enhancement experiences. You will find the latest skinnable software news and information here, for customizing your desktop.

WinModify

A skinning website which offers skins to modify the look and feel of Windows. We offer skins like, Wallpapers,Bootscreens,Logonscreens,VisualStyles,Icons etc..

WinXP Solution - Your reliable guide to Windows XP

Detailed information for Windows XP users, from beginners to advanced users.

Winxpcentral.com

WinXPcentral's vision is to provide its readers with the best and most informative Windows information out there. We bring you the most up-to-date information, articles, reviews, and views.

XP Unknown

A site on how to use Windows XP. I have noticed that at least 85% of users have no idea to even change the theme. This site is to help those people.

XPForum

A free and friendly independent help and support forum for Microsoft Windows XP (and previous operating system) users.

XPSource

Providing the latest Microsoft technology news from all MS products, step-by-step Windows guides and articles, tips, downloads and soon a community forum where users can ask questions concerning their Windows problems.

ZolkNetwork.com

ZolkNetwork.com provides news, information, and how-to articles that enable Windows users to maximize the potential of their PCs.