Troubleshooting Performance Issues

Clear System Restore Points for Performance

How to clear System Restore points to improve performance.

Install the Recovery Console on Your Computer

How to install the Windows XP Recovery Console so that it's available in the list of operating systems at startup.

Perform a Repair Installation

Tip: How to perform a reinstallation, also called a repair installation, of Windows XP using the Windows Setup program.

Check for Disk Errors in Windows XP

Tip: How to perform disk error checking in Windows XP.

How to Restore Windows XP to a Previous State

This article describes how to use the System Restore tool to return your computer to a previous working state.

System Restore Is Easy to Use

Describes how to use the System Restore Wizard to recover from a system failure and when to use other troubleshooting techniques.

Fix Corrupt Event Log Files

Windows XP Tip: Fix corrupt event log files.

Temporarily Assign Yourself Administrative Permissions

Windows XP Expert Tip: Temporarily Assign Yourself Administrative Permissions

How to Verify Your Policy Settings

This article explains how to verify policy settings on your computer.

Show Hidden Program or System Files

Here's how to see hidden files on your hard disk.

Automatic Reboot Problems

Describes how to change settings in the event of a system failure so Windows XP will not automatically restart your computer.

Use System Restore to Undo Changes if Problems Occur

Windows XP: How to Use System Restore