I was exasperated with Vista and how slow it was running. I kept reading that changing themes would help performance, but I didn't want to give up the cool Aero features (switch between windows, thumbnail previews on taskbar, cool graphics, etc).
Today, I gave it a try. I changed from Windows Vista Aero theme to Windows Vista Classic theme. It isn't pretty--in fact, it reminds me of Windows 2000. But immediately, I noticed a drastic difference in speed. I think I'm sold on it.
To change your Vista theme, right click the desktop and select "Personalize." Click "Theme." Select desired theme from available drop-down menu.
Today, I gave it a try. I changed from Windows Vista Aero theme to Windows Vista Classic theme. It isn't pretty--in fact, it reminds me of Windows 2000. But immediately, I noticed a drastic difference in speed. I think I'm sold on it.
To change your Vista theme, right click the desktop and select "Personalize." Click "Theme." Select desired theme from available drop-down menu.