Hacking Windows XP

Unlike other books on the market, 'Hacking Windows XP' is not just a disjointed collection of a few tricks and tips. This is serious, down and dirty, under the hood operating system level hacking – blowing away the default system settings, unlocking hidden gems, and offering readers total control over their Windows XP system like never before. You will not find time wasters on Instant Messenger basics, using Movie Maker, or downloading MP3s. 

'Hacking Windows XP' concentrates on optimizing the appearance, speed, usability, and security of Windows XP systems to squeeze every ounce of performance out of your machine. Readers will also find custom boot screens, user-interface customizations, registry tools, theme creation tools, and more, making hacking and customizing your system easier than ever before.