Windows XP includes a variety of programs that allow you to connect to the internet and conduct online activities. It also offers various themes that you can use to customize the look and feel of your operating system.
Select the partition on which you want to install XP. If the partition contains data, you may lose this information during installation.
1. Easy to use
Windows XP is designed to make it easy for users to get the most out of their computer. The system uses graphical icons (or pictures) to represent applications and files. Using these icons, you can access everything on your computer.
Windows XP includes a feature called the Help and Support Center. With this, you can ask friends for help or allow Microsoft to remotely work on your system.
When you boot from the Windows XP CD, the system prompts you to choose an option. Use your arrow keys to move over the choice to select an Onboard or USB CD-ROM Drive and press Enter. Then, the system will start installing XP. This is one of the fastest ways to install XP, because it skips a lot of setup steps.
2. Fast
Windows XP was Microsoft’s first NT-based operating system designed specifically for home use. It sold more than 500 million copies, either standalone or pre-installed.
Before beginning a clean install, be sure to back up any information that you want to keep. You may need this to restore settings or programs that you have previously installed.
When the setup screen appears, select the drive that you wish to install XP on and format it using the NTFS file system (as seen in the picture above). NTFS supports larger partition sizes and provides security features at the file level.
After formatting the partition, XP will begin to install. Depending on the size of the drive and the speed of your computer, this can take several minutes.
3. Security
Although Microsoft has stopped support for XP, there are still many people who continue to use it. These users can mitigate the risk of malware infection by implementing certain security measures. These include keeping the operating system updated, installing a good anti-malware program, and utilizing a strong password. Additionally, they should avoid downloading software from untrustworthy sources and regularly backup their personal information.
On networked Windows XP systems, the Group Policy tool can be used to implement software restriction policies to minimize the risk of attacks. It is also recommended to disable the built-in guest account, which allows temporary users to login without a password and therefore makes them susceptible to misuse.
Finally, it is recommended to only install commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) applications on XP systems that have been tested and validated by NIST and other trusted third parties. This helps to minimize the risk of malicious code and vulnerabilities that are not yet patched by developers.
4. Multitasking
The original version of Microsoft Windows – and the versions that came before it – uses cooperative multitasking. When a program sends a message, the CPU gives it its attention until another program interrupts. Cooperative multitasking works well, as long as all the programs cooperate.
Modern operating systems have more advanced multitasking capabilities. Instead of dividing the CPU’s processing time among different applications, they divide each application into multiple threads. These threads can work in parallel, speeding up performance and reducing the time it takes for the CPU to react.
You can use the Multitasking window to see how much of your computer’s resources each program is using. You can also use it to close a program that’s eating up too many resources. This way, you can protect your personal information from unscrupulous hackers or spyware.
5. Easy to install
The XP installer will ask you to select the language and keyboard style. After selecting these the program will format your partition/hard drive using the NTFS file system (as seen in the first picture). This may take a while so it is best to have a cup of coffee while it does its work.
XP will then start installing. Depending on your computer this will take a few minutes.
On the next screen you will see a list of all the partitions on your hard drive. Choose the one that you want XP to install to and click next. This is the drive that all of your software and data will reside on. After a few minutes XP will be installed and ready to use!