How to Turn Off Windows Vista Visual Effects to Speed Your System

Windows Vista comes with impressive visual effects such as the transparent glass look. However, these effects can drain system resources and slow your computer. You control about 20 of these effects, and disabling some will speed your system. You can turn off the features one at a time, or you can turn off a number at a time.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Click on the "Start" button, and then "Control Panel." Click on "System and Maintenance," and then click "Performance Information and Tools."

2. Click on "Adjust Visual Effects." Enter an administrator password or give confirmation if you are prompted to do so.

3. Click on the "Visual Effects" tab, and then "Adjust for Best Performance." Click on "OK."

Tips & Warnings

• You may select "Let Windows Choose What’s Best for My Computer" if you want a less extreme option.

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