computer running badly after reinstalling XP

computer crashed and I tried to re - install windows XP Home Edition of the disc.  Computer is very slow when I turn it on.  Is it possible that the original XP o/s is still on the hard drive?  If so, how I've completely take it out so neither can do fresh install?

Hello

It is possible.

When you perform a new installation, you must remove the existing installation of XP.

Read the information on how to do a clean install of XP and reboot.

http://pcsupport.about.com/od/OperatingSystems/SS/instxpclean1.htm

See you soon.

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