This operating system has multi-tasking capabilities, meaning it can run several applications at the same time. Multi-tasking allows you to view this lesson on the Internet at the same time you practice using other applications with Windows XP. Microsoft has ended support for Windows XP. To learn more about what this means for you, check out our article How to survive the end of Windows XP support. Like previous versions of Windows, Windows XP uses a desktop for the standard interface.
Think of the desktop as a workspace where you can access everything you need to operate your computer, such as system components, applications, and the Internet.
Your desktop's appearance may vary from the example shown below, especially if you bought a computer with XP preinstalled. When you click the Start button, the Start menu appears. The Start menu is your gateway to the applications on your computer.
The left side of the Start menu lists programs, while the right side allows access to common Windows folders My Documents, for example. It also provides access to Help and Support , Search , and Run.
If you select All Programs , a pop-up menu appears. Pop-up menus like this are called cascading menus. If a cascading menu is available, a small black triangle appears next to the name of the application or function. The Start menu remembers items you've recently opened and places each icon on the Start menu so you can easily open them the next time you open the Start menu.
For example, if you recently opened Microsoft Word using Start All Programs Microsoft Word , the next time you open the Start menu simply click the Word icon on the left side of the Start menu. The small pictures on the desktop are called icons. One type of icon is an object icon. These icons allow you to open files and programs on your computer. Shortcut icons allow you to open applications quickly. These icons appear on your desktop and with little arrows in the left corner.
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In other words, you should have no trouble installing it on your low specs computer. Basilisk has a wide array of features that got it a place on this list despite its size. It also has several features that have been discontinued on newer versions of Firefox. This includes the classic title bar and menu, bookmarks toolbar with default homepage, and app menu. Also Read : Brave Browser Review. Its creator s developed it to be a reliable and secure browser for the Windows OS.
As a result, users receive regular automatic updates just like browsers on newer Windows versions. Like several options on this list, it is based on a fork of earlier versions of Mozilla Firefox, specifically Firefox The software is available in bit and bit, expanding the number of supported devices. The browser achieves this by running exclusively in single-process mode. Besides its technical specs, Mypal has qualities that make it a great browser for Windows XP in Its default search engine is DuckDuckGo, useful for filterless search.
As part of its effort to make up for the lack of security updates on XP, it is also possible to configure Mypal to never remember history, like incognito mode. The web browser also comes with anti-trackers and users receive alerts when a website tries to install add-ons. Overall, Mypal offers five security levels for users to choose from depending on their needs. Furthermore, Mypal supports extensions from Pale Moon and legacy Firefox extensions.
You can install popular extensions like Ad-block plus and NoScript on the browser to extend its capabilities. You can also customize the interface by installing pre-made themes. Explore : Vivaldi Browser Review. The lack of official support for Windows XP from mainstream software companies and a negligible user base means the operating system has limited web browser options.
Of the available options, some are free and open-source, made by developers with personal interests in keeping the OS alive. Others are from corporate entities who are still providing for the OS.
However, of the options available, Opera 36 is the overall best. While Opera Software no longer supports it, the version has enough features to counter the dangers from the lack of updates. In-built tools like VPN and an ad blocker ensure user privacy and that pages load faster. Tom has been a full-time internet marketer for two decades now, earning millions of dollars while living life on his own terms. We are reader-supported.
When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. Read on to learn more about each of them. Opera Pale Moon. UR Browser. Maxthon Browser. Otter Browser. Slimjet Browser. This let you run Windows 7 as your main operating system, while simultaneously running a free "virtual" copy of Windows XP. The price of Windows 7 Pro means this isn't a solution for most home users: you'd be better off putting the money towards a newer -— perhaps secondhand — PC.
So, let's look at what you can do to run an XP machine normally, but more safely. The quickest and simplest way to make XP more secure on the internet is to use it from a limited account. Most people use "administrator" accounts, because these let you do whatever you like. The problem is that any malware that gets control of your admin account can also do whatever it likes.
The solution is to use a "limited" account, which also limits what most malware programs can do. Of course, if you need to install some software or make system changes, you will have to switch to an admin account. To make this a little more palatable, tick the box that says "Use Fast User Switching" when you set up the limited account.
If children or accident-prone adults share the same PC, they should definitely be given their own limited accounts. All XP accounts should be protected by passwords, though many people don't do this. You should also download and use a more secure browser than Internet Explorer 6, 7, or 8.
Microsoft has chosen not to provide its own more secure browsers, IE10 and IE11, to XP users, at some sacrifice in market share. However, there are several alternatives including Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome. Generally, I prefer Firefox, as it consumes far fewer resources than Chrome, handles more tabs, and doesn't crash as often.
Against that, Chrome is probably more secure because its "sandbox" means malware writers need two exploits to penetrate it: one for Chrome and another to get out of the sandbox. The "S" indicates that it uses encrypted communications to talk to websites, whenever possible.
Its main purpose it to improve privacy, but it also makes browsing more secure. Finally, for this section, be careful where you go. Most commercial sites tend to be safe, but sites that offer free stuff — pirated music, movies and software, wallpapers etc — either may not be professionally run or may be making their money by other means.
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