You know what you're doing, so look for a job at a computer shop, or something similar. I know the economy's shot, but people still need computers, so there must be jobs.
Yes, you can get a fast system by killing off Services, but unless you really know what you're stopping, leave it alone.
Analogy: Don't need two kidneys... *yoink!* Yay, I'm lighter! What's a Pancreas? Never heard of it, must be useless... *buzz!.... *snap!* ...Great, now I can't convert sugars or moderate hormones. *dies*
Disclaimer: I don't care if my anatomy knowledge sucks, you get the point.