WinXP Pro can I re-install over old to fix corrupted files

I have WinXp Pro installed. Due to way PC is behaving I suspect I have some
corrupted pagesys files. Is it possible to re-install the OS over the
existing install to "fix" corrupted files without formatting or losing any
data, programs, etc. I have on my HD.

I would like to repair my bad files so PC does not continue to crash.

 

Yes, you can do a "Repair" of the operating syste

 

http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/XPrepairinstall.htm

Duane

 

You may - first get your serial written down - put in the cd and, unless
it's a recovery, choose a new install. Afterwards XP will offer a repair
install. You will, however, lose all your security updates and
service/fixpacks.

First try to fix the problem that causes bad files or crashes. It may be a
underpowered or bad power supply, memory, overheating cpu, or dried-out
busted mainboard capacitors, besides the usual software hiccups.

 

Try SFC /scannow from Start\Run\CMD. Insert your CD when asked, then go make
acup of tea. ..J