Troubleshooting

You can troubleshoot common (and not-so-common) issues with Windows XP. We're here to help.

How to Manage Devices with Device Manager

This article describes how to use Device Manager to manage devices in the Windows XP operating system.

Automatic Updates Fix Compatibility Problems

Keep your system up-to-date with automatic updates.

Protect Your Files During a Power Outage

You can prevent data loss, even if your computer happens to be on standby and you're away when the power goes out.

Restore Your Computer's Performance

Explains how to improve computer performance by using the tools in Windows XP.

Using Microsoft Online Crash Analysis

Describes how error reporting works and how to use the Microsoft Online Crash Analysis Web site.