How to make Minecraft 1.8.7 work on my outdated laptop?

I have a Dell Latitude D610 and when I try to open up Minecraft 1.8.7 it launches then the main menu background comes up… But just the main menu background. When I try to click the window it says "(not responding)". All I'm asking for is some tips on how to make my computer faster or how to make Minecraft work.

Qaz 19.06.2015

My name is Soumya and I work for the Social Media and Community Team at Dell. Please refer to the below link to check if your computer is compatible to run the game.

https://www.systemrequirementslab.com/cyri

Hope this helps. Please reply if you have any questions, I'll be happy to assist you.

-Soumya
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Social Media and Community Professional
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Dell Inc 19.06.2015