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Internet Explorer 5.0 and higher can be speed up on computers with high speed connections (cable, dsl, network environments). By default IE only downloads 2 elements (such as pictures) at a time. On stations with high speed connections, increasing this to 6 dramatically enhances the performance of IE, even on slow processor machines. This example is set to 6, recommended most optimal by those providing the information. It can be set higher, but the risk of lockups and errors increases in relation to processor speed and other hardware limitations. Another byproduct of this tweek is the ability to transfer more than two files from folder to folder or drive to drive in Windows Explorer, This might be nice but not especially recommended. Also, on some server applications, those using IE interface for FTP notice 6 connections to the server when they connect rather then one or two. This can be problematic if your FTP host limits concurrent connections, and seems to also leave lagging connections when you disconnect. All-in-all, this is a safe tweek for those not using IE for FTP and are not massive file movers. Note: Modifying the registry can be hazardous to your system if you are not careful. Modify or add the following keys: [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings]
"Max Connections"=dword:00000006
"Max Connections"=dword:00000006
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