So oddly enough I have Windows XP and with Episode 1 it did the exact same thing. I ran the windows 7 patch back then and it actually fixed the problem as far as i know even though I do not have Windows 7.
Now it happens again. Right from the begining I get a stutter in sound and video.
I can play the game, but the stutter is brutal.
I am 100% sure it is not my computer not being able to handle the game graphically.
Also something odd, I tried to run the config and it would not let me because of outdated framework. I DLd framework 4 and now it says it cannot even find framework on my system anymore when i run config.
I tried the Windows 7 patch again but it cannot find framework to install also.
Thanks for reading.
Try totalling uninstalling both The Silver Lining and .net framework from your computer, then visit http://update.microsoft.com and get everything that's recommended there. Also hit up your computer manufacturer's website and get any audio or video driver updates that they have available.