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Myth (Definition) - A fiction or half-truth, especially one that forms part of an ideology. There are numerous Myths floating around the Internet regarding Windows XP, especially relating to Optimizations and Security. Hopefully this site will debunk some of these.



XP Myths - Myths Regarding Windows XP v1.2.7

Change Log:

Optimization Myths - Disabling the Pagefile
Optimization Myths - Registry Cleaners
Security Myths - Limited User Accounts

KlangMeister Junior Member Posts: 10 Joined: 2003-01-29

#63148 Posted on: 11/04/2005 06:35 PM There is one thing I would say about the disabling Pagefile myth. I have one gig of ram. With a pagefile, when after video editing, I close the editor, there is much nashing and grinding of the harddrive, and then Windows is a bit sluggish for a minute or so afterwards. With NO pagefile, when the editor closes, there is no machination involved, no loss of performance; I just go on to my next item of business.

Mertsch Moderator Posts: 2998 Joined: 2002-08-22

#63153 Posted on: 11/04/2005 11:17 PM lets asume this is true and not just a specific problem for you this is a VERY VERY rare case the problems that do start with a too small or no pagefile are much more

Nemo Unregistered

#63160 Posted on: 11/05/2005 11:43 AM Oh look its the exercise in the completely obvious doing the rounds again.

Nemo Unregistered

#63161 Posted on: 11/05/2005 11:44 AM Oh look its the exercise in the completely obvious doing the rounds again.

TSThomas Junior Member Posts: 2 Joined: 2003-05-10

#63167 Posted on: 11/05/2005 09:26 PM Alternatively, given that the Hosts file can be exploited, use a Browser plug-in/extension to do site filtering. There's an adblock style plugin for all major browsers. You can filter out sites with wildcards in that way. Both methods have their own advantages/disadvantages of course. Anyway, the point is - the hosts file is not the only way you can block sites.

ChrisW Unregistered

#63168 Posted on: 11/05/2005 09:54 PM >>The fact is Hosts Files are used by people who do not know how to properly secure their computer. What a complete load of old bollox. Perhaps, some of us like the simplicity involved with a HOSTS file. I'll say it once, then I'll not bother anymore. The HOSTS file doesn't slow down my PC, my surfing, my Games, Time, space, my hair, my finger nails. I've also NEVER had an exploit in my HOSTS, ANY spyware, NOTHING. If you don't like HOSTS, or whatever, Fine. Just don't post your sheer arrogance on your website regarding "So-Called" Myths. Perhaps a HOSTS file may slow down a 5 year-old P3 500, 128Mb, PC. Who knows, or cares. But I'm living in 2005, and own a state of the art PC, and it doesn't even bat an eyelid.

Mastertech Junior Member Posts: 2 Joined: 2005-04-13

#63173 Posted on: 11/06/2005 05:32 AM You can deny it all you want but the facts are that Hosts files slow down your PC unless you disable DNS Caching, which is NOT recommended. The maker of a Hosts File even admits this. As for you not getting any exploits in your Hosts File has nothing to do with those who do. This is quite common, please check on any popular Anti-Spyware board. Lastly the Myth is sound: "Special AntiSpyware Hosts Files are necessary to prevent Spyware infections" They are simply not necessary. Getting mad doesn't change reality. At least now you know.

Nemo Unregistered

#63174 Posted on: 11/06/2005 05:02 PM and your tests to validate your rantings are where? or are youi just talking out of your aris?

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