Slow cd import

I am having loads of problems and I can't seem to resolve them. I'm not very tech minded so I would love some straight forward help. My system is Windows Vista and I am using version 10.5.1.42
I have two issues
1. Importing CD is so slow - at least an hour for one track
2. Can not connect to the itunes store.
I have backed up my library and uninstalled itunes and reinstalled it.
I have unchecked Auto retrieve CD titles and art work.
Please help me.

Earlier threads said that switching views e.g. to iTunes store, would increase the import speed and the below thread said that the problem appeared to be fixed in 7.0.1:
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=3310946&
It would be useful to know if you have increased speed if you switch views!

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Hoewever, don't expect a reply.
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