Windows Vista has a problem with networking after it is installed on a network computer. Generally, the issue is with slow networking speeds. Opening folders and simply browsing the network doesn't appear to be a problem, but transferring data between the network and the computer such as transferring files or data between programs can become incredibly slow. Often, what would take seconds on Windows XP in these cases can take minutes on Vista.
Most of the solutions online pertain to compatibility issues between Vista and older networking hardware. In this case, it was software only. The issue was caused by a Windows service called Remote Differential Compression, which is constantly updating changes to files on both the Vista computer and the server. Disabling this makes vast improvements in transfer speeds.
Open the Computer folder from the start menu.
Click on Uninstall or change a program near the top of the window.
On the left hand side, click on the option Turn Windows features on or off.
Click the checkbox next to Remote Differential Compression to remove the checkmark.
Click the OK button.
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