Modifying XP's Visual Effects

You can increase Windows XP's system performance by disabling different visual effects, such as: fade or slide menus, visual effects on buttons, slide open boxes, etc..

• Right-click on My Computer, and select Properties.
• Click the Advanced tab.
• In the Performance section, press the Settings button.

From here you can adjust the performance by turning on and off individual visual effects, or by using pre-defined configurations by selecting one of the radio buttons.