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Seven Days with Windows 7: Boot-Up and First Impressions

Rich — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 16:14:37 +0000

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Windows Forums member, MSherwood spent seven days using Windows 7 and nothing else. In this two-part series, he shares his impressions, likes, dislikes, and recommendations for Windows 7. The first part of this series covers his initial impressions and thoughts on Windows 7. Check back tomorrow for more advice and tips on other aspects of the operating system.

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Windows 7: Manage Portable Devices [How To]

Rich — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:00:27 +0000

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Windows 7 comes with a new interface to manage your portable devices and printers. This is a great way to manage all the gadgets we seem to have these days and in this guide, you’ll get a sneak peak at the interface and learn some of the things you can do through it.

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Will Windows 7 be a Worthwhile Upgrade?

Rich — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 14:57:28 +0000

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An In-depth Look at Windows 7

A few days ago, I shared my initial thoughts on Windows 7. After spending more time with the operating system, I now share my findings and whether or not I feel Windows 7 will be a worthwhile upgrade.

I agree that Microsoft ran a little faster than they new how with Vista, which hurt them a lot. Windows 7 better be good, or people will either stick with XP until 2013, or switch to Linux, Mac, or the next big OS (will there be one soon?)

In this review, I’ll explore some of the new features Windows 7 brings and whether I like them or not. I’ll take a look at updated core applications, desktop and window management, home networking, and built-in troubleshooting. Then you decide… is Windows 7 a worthwhile upgrade?

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Indexer Status Sidebar Gadget for Windows Search

Rich — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 13:00:50 +0000

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This gadget displays status information for the Windows Search indexer. It also allows you to pause and resume the indexer as well as quickly access the Indexing Options control panel.

If you have installed the Windows Search 4 update for Vista (currently a “preview” release) you can also enable “Index Now” functionality.

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Hydra Web Browser – Because Looks are Important too

Rich — Thu, 15 May 2008 13:00:26 +0000

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Innovative, beautiful and free! These are the keywords that best describe Hydra. If you are overwhelmed with wealth of information the web offers these days, then you’ve found your solution. Hydra will make your browsing more comfortable and enjoyable than ever, and all this packaged into a visually attractive interface, thus making your browsing experience even better and more exciting experience!

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Amnesty Generator – Convert Gadgets for Your Sidebar (Vista/OS X)

Rich — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:00:21 +0000

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With Amnesty Generator, you can easily convert millions of web widgets, games and videos – designed to live on home pages, blogs or MySpace – into gadgets for your Sidebar. If you like widgets on the web, you’ll love them on your Sidebar. In this guide you will learn how to do get this software working on your PC.

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Top 5 Free Vista SP1 Sidebar Gadgets to Keep a Close Eye on Microsoft

Rich — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:27:57 +0000

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Keeping a close eye on Microsoft is not exactly an easy task, moreover since the company has entered a new era of translucency over transparency. But at the same time there are a variety of sources orbiting Microsoft and providing enough crumbs from the Redmond feast. The problem in this context is the centralization of information. In this regard, the Microsoft EvNet Dev Team has made available a collection of no less than five gadgets designed to integrate seamlessly with the Windows Vista Sidebar and deliver content from the main videocontent websites focused on the Redmond company.

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Download Windows Vista Ultimate (PRODUCT) RED Custom Wallpapers, Gadgets, Screensaver and DreamScene Set

Rich — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:54:10 +0000

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Microsoft and Dell have teamed up to manufacture and sell (PRODUCT) RED PC with Windows Vista Ultimate signature product running at the power of (RED), where every single PRODUCT (RED) product sold will have part of the proceed donates to The Global Fund to fight and eliminate AIDS in Africa. Best thing is Windows Vista Ultimate (PRODUCT) RED that comes with several (RED)-themed customizations, including six new desktop wallpapers, a new screen saver, two new Windows Sidebar gadgets, and a new Windows DreamScene.

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Xbox 360 “Newton” Motion Sensing Controller Confirmed

Rich — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 21:13:11 +0000

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I can now confirm the existence of the Xbox Wiimote clone project and I can tell you the project code name : “Newton”

The “Newton” controller’s code name is after the physicist Sir Isaac Newton. The internal Microsoft engineering code name is for this controller is “Newton” as in Newtonian Physics relating to gravity, inertia and acceleration. This is not to be confused with the defunct Apple Newton PDA, this is just and internal name, when this controller comes to market it will have a retail name.

The hardware is still being worked on and it might be a couple months before we see leaked shots of prototypes when they start to mass manufacture it but I am sure that there is an early software developer kit and prototype out there.

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Top 10 Vista Sidebar Gadgets

Rich — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 13:01:14 +0000

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Vista sidebar gadgets are very need specific and there is a great selection to suit your needs. If you’re looking for somewhere to start, this list is for you – providing the best gadgets available for the every day user.
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Seven Days with Windows 7: Boot-Up and First Impressions

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Windows 7: Manage Portable Devices [How To]

More Windows Seven Guides

Will Windows 7 be a Worthwhile Upgrade?

An In-depth Look at Windows 7

Indexer Status Sidebar Gadget for Windows Search

Hydra Web Browser – Because Looks are Important too

Amnesty Generator – Convert Gadgets for Your Sidebar (Vista/OS X)

Top 5 Free Vista SP1 Sidebar Gadgets to Keep a Close Eye on Microsoft

Download Windows Vista Ultimate (PRODUCT) RED Custom Wallpapers, Gadgets, Screensaver and DreamScene Set

Xbox 360 “Newton” Motion Sensing Controller Confirmed

Top 10 Vista Sidebar Gadgets

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