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Windows XP and Laptops
Help and Tips

Getting the most out of Windows XP with your laptop computer, including extending battery life, making your laptop easier to use, and more.


#1: Make the Mouse More Visible
Make the mouse pointer on your Windows XP laptop easier to see.

#2: Conserving Battery Power
Seven tips you can use to conserver battery power when running Windows XP on a laptop.

#3: Stop Hibernating or Standing By When Closing the Lid
If Windows XP goes into hibernation or sleep mode when closing your laptop lid, this tip should change this behavior.

#4: Show Battery Manufacturer Details
Display extra manufacturer details about the battery inside your Windows XP laptop.

#5: Always Show the Power Meter
Keep the Windows XP power meter displayed at all times.

#6: Consider a USB Drive
A USB drive can make transferring data from your laptop to a desktop computer easier.

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