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How to Fix System Idle Process in Windows XP



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      Press the "Control," "Alt" and "Delete" keys on your computer simultaneously to bring up your task manager. Once in your task manager, click on the tab that says "Processes." This will bring up a full list of all programs currently being used by your computer.

      The system idle process figure represents the number of free CPU cycles on your computer. The goal is to improve this figure as much as possible.
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      Go through the list, halting the processes you are not currently using. Do not halt any process that is marked "System," but feel free to stop those that are assigned to a particular user. Accomplish this by clicking on the process, then clicking on the "End process" button. Limiting the number of active processes will improve the system idle process, improving the performance of your machine.
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      Go to the "Start" menu, then click on "Run." Type "msconfig" in the text box and press "Enter." From there, move to the tab that says "Startup." This lists all of the programs your system is loading when it starts. Click to remove the check mark in the box next to any programs you do not need. This will free up additional system cycles.
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      Reboot your computer after you complete making your changes.

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