System Tweaks

What exactly is a Tweak?

When you modify a certain piece of hardware for better performance, it is often referred to as "tweaking" it. Overclocking the computer's CPU or changing jumper settings on the motherboard are common examples of hardware tweaking. Removing system limitations and adding plug-ins or extensions to a computer's operating system are types of software tweaking.

Tweaking a computer is much like "tuning" a car (you know, the ones with the huge mufflers, big spoilers, and pimped out rims). It may increase performance, but is best left in the hands of the technically savvy. For example, overclocking your computer's processor may cause it to crash frequently, or worse yet, overheat and destroy the CPU. So, for most people, it is best to leave well enough alone.

However, Windows XP has given us the System Registry. With a few deft strokes of the programmers pen, in the proper place of course, increased functionality can be added to your Windwos environment. But beware, to much tweaking can cause instability.

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Make Registry Backups before modifying your System Registry. This article may help MS Knowledgebase 307545

Tweak Section

Tweaks for...
   
Application Changes that can be made to applications internal to Microsoft Windows.
Desktop Change your desktop to the style you want
File System Remove unnecessary file system characteristics that may be choking life from your system
Hardware Tweaks for your optical drives
Internet Tune Internet connectivity
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