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What causes a slow WinXP shutdown?

Make sure "Clear Virtual memory at shutdown" is not enabled in your local security policy. This could extend your shutdown time.

Also, what kind of of viral program are you running. I have noticed at longer wait during shutdown after installing the likes of Norton or Symantec Antivirus.
 
Originally posted by: Vodi
Make sure "Clear Virtual memory at shutdown" is not enabled in your local security policy. This could extend your shutdown time.

Also, what kind of of viral program are you running. I have noticed at longer wait during shutdown after installing the likes of Norton or Symantec Antivirus.
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Where would I find the place to disable the "clear virtual memory at shutdown" option?

I use McAfee. I'll probably be switching to something better soon.
 
Control Panel --> Administrative Tools --> Local Security Policy --> Local Policies --> Security Options; then close to the bottom.

If you have not enabled this; or applied a security template to the machine then it is likely already disabled as I believe by default it is disabled.

 
Slow shutdowns are caused by misbehaved drivers or background apps that are slow to close. It can also be caused by spyware. You may also just have WAY too many background apps loaded and it takes a long time to unload them.

Make sure you have the latest video, audio, modem and network drivers installed.

Refer to my detailed spyware removal instructions (which also has tips on pruning your startups) here: http://theflyingpenguin.com/spyware-removal.shtml

Hope this helps.

 
Shutdown time varies directly with the amount of stuff you have running in background. Each has to be properly "put away" according to XP's own rules. Sort of like when mom makes you clean up your room before going out. 🙂

To check this, run MSCONFIG and uncheck everything. Reboot, and then see how long it takes to shut down.

As has been noted, malware can also contribute to the problem as can housekeeping functions of AV and firewall programs.
 
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