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Hello, I have a Windows XP Home Edition eMachines T-5048 for six years straight.
My computer has been running rather slow over the years and I am aware that it was because of the amount of programs I have installed on it. So last week, I have decided to format the disk to see if it could run faster as if it was new, but instead, it's even a LOT SLOWER than before. I literally wait two minutes for every page to load, two-five minutes for a folder and program to open, you name it. I reinstalled 25% of the programs back on it such as Mozilla Firefox, Skype, Microsoft Office, etc.
I don't know why it's so slow. I tried running AVG, Malwarebytes, used System Defragmentor, but nothing really works. Could this be RAM related (maybe it's wearing out?)
Help will very much be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

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