In this section you will learn how to:

• Maintain your computer by defragmenting and repairing your hard disk

• Install and remove software packages

• Use device manager and task manager

• Activate your copy of Windows XP

• Optimize your computer by adding or removing Windows components, installing new hardware, and performing Windows Updates

• Clear your temporary Internet files and cookies, schedule tasks, and switch users

• Troubleshoot your computer with the System Configuration Utility (MSCONFIG)

• Use features like the Program Compatibility Wizard, Driver Rollback, Last Known Good Configuration, and Backup

• Restore your computer using System Restore