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Microsoft have finally announced the dates Windows 7 SP1 will be available.

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Before I sign off for the holidays, I have one last gift for you all. I know, I know, I’m a generous guy. Some may say to a fault.

After perusing many of the excellent themes for Windows 7 Media Center, I found there weren’t many dark themes out there, those that were tended to be incomplete.

So I set to work on making my own theme, it’s by no means perfect but at least makes an attempt to be a ’complete’ theme.

Hit the link below to see some more screenshots and get a link to the download.

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So we’re here again.  The Holidays are time for giving so that is what we’re doing, for you, the readers!

Until 15th January 2011 are giving away this great software for free usually costing $19.95!.  I came across this great giveaway on Softpedia and felt i should share with you guys.

Here are some of Uniblue System Tweaker 2011’s Key Features.

· Streamline the Start and Control Panel menu to your taste
· Adjust network settings to boost functionality and increase security
· Tweak Windows start-up and shutdown rules
· Customize right-click menu options
· Access detailed system information

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A couple of Saturday’s ago we let you know about our amazing Christmas Giveaway (we’re just giveaway mad this Xmas!! )

Just in case you missed it or forgot, this is a reminder that the competition is still very much open.

Remember, the more you share, the more chances you have of winning this amazing prize.

Xmas Giveaway – Windows 7 Ultimate

Good luck to all and happy holidays!

Windows Forums is a community for users—from beginners to experts—who learn and share knowledge about Windows and PC’s.

You can get great help and advice from our resident team of super-geeks, browse our community art and tools sections, or just let it all out in the Shoutbox.  It’s entirely up to you.

Here’re some interesting topics you may want to check out.  Feel free to jump in on the discussion!

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Its quite hard to believe Microsoft Security Essentials has been with us 14 months.  In that time it has continued to impress everyone that seems to use it and keeps critics happy with its great detection rates and small footprint on the system.

Microsoft have now released MSE version 2.0.657.0, meaning a much better free application to keep our PCs safe and secure.

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