Not all pop ups are culprits, try cleaning ur temp. files folder, the most recent visited urls, maintain ur mach. free of unneeded files, if playing music while fighting, lower volume or off is better. Depends on how fast is ur machine and internet service provider, check free tests on "ping" speed, this will determine if ur isp is fast enough...Dial up is slow, DSL is better, satellite much more and cable is the best.
Time of day or if rooms are crouded will affect sppeed, there are so many issues that will influence in "speed", that u should follow the basics and the old axiom of "trial and error". Wishing u luck and many kills ahead... BARNEY