Tips To Reduce the Shutdown Time In Windows 2000 and XP

Windows XP normally takes longer time to close all running programs and applications before moving for the shutdown process. With the below given tips, you can reduce the shutdown time for both Windows XP and Windows 2000.

Note: This process requires editing the registry. Modifying registry is a very sophisticated step, as a single mistake can cause severe damage to the system files. Hence, it is recommended to perform the action with proper attention and care, and in case of any doubt or issue regarding the registry editing process, contact iGennie computer support at its toll free tech support number, +1-888-738-7728.

Follow the below given steps religiously:

• Click on Start and then go to Run
• Type Regedit in the Run dialog box to open the registry editor
• In the open editor, give the location to:
• Go to Hkey_Current_User\Control Panel\Desktop
• Double click on “AutoEndTasks” and change the value to 1, from the default value 0.
• Click on value name “WaitToKillAppTimeout” and change its default value from 20000 to 3500.
• After that close the registry editor
• Restart your computer after the changes to let the changes go in to effect.

Now, try to turn off your Windows computer and you will find that the time taken for shutdown is far lesser than before.

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