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Hey guys i need a bit of help here. I plan on formating my HDD and starting completely over on Windows XP. I have already backed up all the data i need for my new install. I just wanted to know must have programs to optimise my proformance in for my computer. Here are some catigories.

Security
-I need some good programs for antivirus, firewall, and spyware protectors. My old Dell 8300 has been running without any security programs for the past 5 years, thats mainly why I'm reformating.

Media
-I need some good Music and Movie players for XP. Im sick of iTunes and Window Media Player.

Instant Messaging
-Over the past few years I've been getting sick of AIM and MSN they at times get so slow and anoying I want to kill my self. I need a good Instant messaging client that supports AIM + MSN messenger.

Misc
-Anyother programs you think are good metion those too.

Suggestions are much appreciated, I need to get my newly formated computer more organized and have better proformace. Thanks in advance.

noobdown

Instant Messaging
-Over the past few years I've been getting sick of AIM and MSN they at times get so slow and anoying I want to kill my self. I need a good Instant messaging client that supports AIM + MSN messenger.


trillian it will combine all of them together


Media
-I need some good Music and Movie players for XP. Im sick of iTunes and Window Media Player.


vlcplayer or winamp

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