How to Modernize Windows XP
Have an old Windows XP computer doing nothing but collecting dust in the attic? Modernize it, at make it useful again! Backup your current files. You will be restoring Windows XP, so you will need to backup your files to a flash drive or...
Part 1 of 3:
Preparing Windows XP
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Picture 1 of How to Modernize Windows XP Backup your current files. You will be restoring Windows XP, so you will need to backup your files to a flash drive or cloud storage service. -
Picture 2 of How to Modernize Windows XP Examine your existing hardware. If any hardware is broken, decide if it will be an issue. Replace it, if possible. Optional: you may upgrade your RAM, HDD (Hard Disk Drive), Processor, or any other hardware if you want your computer to be faster, or if you need it for programs you want to run. -
Picture 3 of How to Modernize Windows XP Reinstall Windows XP. This can be done a number of ways. If you are replacing your hard drive, insert your installation CD after you have finished, and boot from the CD. This will install Windows XP. -
Picture 4 of How to Modernize Windows XP Connect to the internet. Some Windows XP computers do have the capability of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. You may use a Ethernet cable, or use a USB hotspot from a smartphone or other device.
Part 2 of 3:
Windows Updates
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Picture 5 of How to Modernize Windows XP Install all available service packs for Windows XP. If you are running the 32-bit version of Windows XP, Service Packs 1, 2, and 3 are available. If you have 64-bit, Service Packs 1 and 2 are available. You can install service packs here. Service Packs Provide updates that improve Windows XP. Some software requires that you have a certain Service Pack in order to install it. -
Picture 6 of How to Modernize Windows XP Update Windows. You may use the Windows Update Tool, or download and install manually from the Microsoft website. If installing from the Microsoft website, you must be using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later.
Part 3 of 3:
Installing Software
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Picture 7 of How to Modernize Windows XP Install a new browser. When you restored Windows XP, an early version of Internet Explorer was most likely installed. Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Opera are modern, fast browsers that work on almost all platforms. -
Picture 8 of How to Modernize Windows XP Install Anti-Virus Software. Install Kaspersky, Norton, or a similar service to protect your computer from viruses and malicious files. -
Picture 9 of How to Modernize Windows XP Install any other software you might need. Java and Flash were probably not installed when you reinstalled Windows XP, so install if you need them. Install any other software you personally want. -
Picture 10 of How to Modernize Windows XP Enjoy! You have restored a Windows XP computer from the attic to a modern device! Windows XP is great for a backup computer, or a computer for testing software you are cautious about putting onto your main computer.
Update 04 March 2020
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