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WindowBlinds 5 download

Customize the look and feel of Windows XP with WindowBlinds. It's a Windows utility that enables users to personalize nearly every aspect of the Windows graphical user interface. It can "skin" your title bars, push buttons, Start bar, radio buttons, and nearly every other part of Windows.
download - comments - 8.1.2006

WindowBlinds 5 FULL

WindowBlinds is a program that enables Windows users to completely change the look and feel of the Windows user interface. Users customize Windows by using visual styles (skins) created for WindowBlinds.
download - comments - 31.12.2006

Windowblinds 5.5 final

Stardock released WindowBlinds 5.5 today. WindowBlinds is a program that enables users to customize the look and feel of the graphical user interface of Microsoft Windows.
download - comments - 14.3.2007

WindowBlinds 6 Released

Stardock has released the highly anticipated WindowBlinds 6 today. WindowBlinds is a utility that allows users to change the look and feel of the Windows desktop experience by applying skins to the user interface.
download - comments - 3.10.2007

5imple WindowBlinds skin

I made this skin for the PlanetAMD64 Skinning Contest (got second place) http://www.planetamd64.com/ Link This is version have some small changes like some settings tweaks to make the skin faster and more. I tried a design to make the skin easy to use everyday, all parts are skinned.


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DOWNLOAD WindowBlinds Enhanced 5.0

WindowBlinds is a program that allows you to completely change the look and feel of Windows to however you want it to look like. WindowBlinds allows you to completely customize your desktop look by changing the style of title buttons, bars and toolbars.
download - comments - 7.12.2005

Vista SKIN for windowblinds 5

Customize the look and feel of Windows XP with WindowBlinds. It's a Windows utility that enables users to personalize nearly every aspect of the Windows graphical user interface.
download - comments - 21.2.2006

WindowBlinds 5 Brings Vista UI to XP

One of the most anticipated features in Windows Vista is its redesigned user interface that features glass-like title bars and alpha blended windows. But with the upgrade a year away, Stardock has released WindowBlinds 5 to offer Windows XP users the same capabilities right now.

Version 5 of Stardock's flagship Windows customization software has been in the works for over a year, according to company CEO Brad Wardell. Initially, Wardell's team was dubious that such features could be added without severe performance lag to Windows XP, which lacks Vista's new advanced graphics subsystem.
windows - comments - 30.11.2005

MS: Another Patch for cursor patch

Stop 0x0000007F error when you try to print from computers that are running Windows XP or Windows 2000 and that have GDI security update 925902 installed
download - comments - 20.4.2007

Microsoft patch can cause IE trouble

Microsoft's security update from Aug. 8 to Internet Explorer is causing browser trouble for some systems.
microsoft - comments - 16.8.2006

Unlimited ReArm Patch

Automatic patch for Vista RTM. Current 3 people have reported that this has worked for them.
download - comments - 26.11.2006

BitTorrent Acceleration Patch 4.7.3

BitTorrent Acceleration Patch description - An innovative plug-in for BitTorrent that boosts your download speed
download - comments - 13.4.2008

Windows 7 Plus Patch V6

Windows 7 All versions PlusPatch V6 By Orbit30 [keznews forum]
download - comments - 6.1.2009

Battlefield 2 Patch 1.03 Released

After much delay, the 1.03 patch for Battlefield 2 has finally been released. Include is Wake Island 2007 map, new server browser features, a nickname prefix feature, a BFHQ compare function, improved mod support, HUD & map enhancements, a dozen gameplay tweaks, a large number of bug fixes, and more.


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Windows Home Server patch is out

Hewlett Packard now has its hands on the Windows Home Server (WHS) update for which it decided to delay its MediaSmart Home Server.
windows - comments - 20.9.2007

IE Patch Beats Coal In Your Stocking

If not for a terrible virus infection, I would have blogged about the Internet Explorer Zero Day exploit days ago.
microsoft - comments - 19.12.2008

Microsoft Patch Tuesday heads-up

Microsoft plans to ship four security bulletins next Tuesday with patches for a range of serious security vulnerabilities affecting millions of Windows users.
microsoft - comments - 5.2.2009

Microsoft: Patch now or face attacks

Microsoft today shipped four bulletins with patches for at least 8 documented security vulnerabilities affecting Windows users and warned that “consistent exploit code could be easily crafted” to launch attacks via the Internet Explorer browser.
microsoft - comments - 10.2.2009

6 patches for July patch Tuesday

Microsoft on Tuesday will issue six security bulletins for patch Tuesday reports PC Magazine.
microsoft - comments - 11.7.2009

Patch Tuesday for September 2009

Microsoft's Security Bulletin for September contains five critical bulletins for release on Tuesday to block Remote Code Execution vulnerabilities in Windows operating systems.
microsoft - comments - 5.9.2009

Patch Up Your System's Security Holes with xpy

Don't Tweak Out

It's not just another tweaking program that'll spice up your system, xpy is the latest little ditty that'll close some of those security holes that Windows XP seems to leave. Another needle in the haystack has been found with xpy 0.9.2. I've been using a lot of separate system modifiers recently and I've finally gotten my hands on xpy, a program that's still in active development. xpy is not your typical tweaking program, it chooses to focus on your system's natural deficiencies and works to correct the gaping security problems you might face. Let's see what all the hype's about.
download - comments - 28.11.2005

Microsoft Fixes Patch Day Glitch

Following reports by some customers of problems when implementing Redmond's latest set of patches, Microsoft has shipped an update to its Software Update Services 1.0 patch system. Once the new script is applied, the patches will no longer show up as "unapproved."
microsoft - comments - 23.12.2005

Microsoft Release WMF Vulnerability Patch

Despite previous indications that the Windows Meta File (WMF) security exploit patch will be released on January 10th, Microsoft have released an update via MS Update to fix the WMF issue.
microsoft - comments - 6.1.2006

Microsoft patch fails to install for some users

Microsoft Corp. has reported a problem with one of its security patches released yesterday that requires some users to take additional steps to ensure it installs properly.

The problem affected patch number MS06-007, which fixes a TCP/IP vulnerability in several versions of Windows that could allow a denial-of-service attack. Microsoft called the patch important but not critical, and said users should install it as soon as possible. It was one of several patches released yesterday (see "Microsoft issues seven security patches").
microsoft - comments - 16.2.2006

Microsoft investigating fake WinLogon patch

Microsoft is investigating an e-mail that appears to be a security warning from the software heavyweight which patches a vulnerability in the "WinLogon Service".
microsoft - comments - 29.5.2006

Microsoft July Security Patch Tools

The Extended Security Update Inventory Tool is used to detect security bulletins not covered by MBSA including MS04-028 ..
microsoft - comments - 13.7.2006

Microsoft fixes faulty security patch

Microsoft on Thursday issued a "hotfix" for a fault in a security patch designed to correct a flaw already being targeted by worms.
microsoft - comments - 20.8.2006

Windows Vista Patch for DNS client

Microsoft just released a Windows Vista Patch.
windows - comments - 28.2.2007

Microsoft takes a 'Patch Tuesday' break

Microsoft has no new security updates planned for Tuesday, despite at least five zero-day vulnerabilities that are waiting to be fixed.
microsoft - comments - 9.3.2007

MS Patch Tuesday: Vista dinged again

The carefully crafted image of Windows Vista as the most secure operating system of all time is beginning to take a beating.
microsoft - comments - 11.4.2007

WindowBlinds 5 Brings Vista UI to XP

One of the most anticipated features in Windows Vista is its redesigned user interface that features glass-like title bars and alpha blended windows. But with the upgrade a year away, Stardock has released WindowBlinds 5 to offer Windows XP users the same capabilities right now.

Photos: View images of WindowBlinds 5..
betanews.com - 30.11.2005

WindowBlinds 6 Alters Vista Interface

Stardock has released version 6 of its popular WindowBlinds user interface skinning application, which is the first tool that can overhaul the look of Windows Vista - from the Taskbar to window borders and buttons...
betanews.com - 03.10.2007

Stardock WindowBlinds 6 transforms Windows XP, Vista user experience

Stardock, the worlds largest Windows customization company, released the highly anticipated sixth version of WindowBlinds today. With over 12 million downloads on CNETs Download.com, WindowBlinds is a utility that allows users to change the look and feel of the Windows desktop experience by applying skins to the user interface. WindowBlinds can change title bars, push buttons, Start bars, scrollbars and nearly every other element of the Windows user interface. The software is $19.95 and can be downloaded directly from www.windowblinds.net.



A WindowBlinds skin can change Windows to look like an alternative operating system, favorite sports car brands, favorite sports team, or virtually anything else. With modern video cards, WindowBlinds can do this without reducing performance. WindowBlinds 6 adds the ability to have œblurred glass� window borders on Windows XP which allows artists to make skins that could make Windows XP look virtually identical to Windows Vista.



Additionally, WindowBlinds 6 adds full support for customizing Microsofts new Windows Vista operating system. Everything from Internet Explorer 7 skinning, Sidebar skinning to explorer backgrounds, WindowBlinds 6 skins virtually every element of Windows Vista while making full use of the hardware acceleration features on Windows Vista for maximum performance.




winbeta.org - 03.10.2007

GUI Championships 2008: Most original visual styles

The final days of the 2008 GUI Championships are approaching, and today we announce the winners in the Most Original WindowBlinds category. The winners in this category were voted on after the panel of judges determined the finalists. 1st Place - Plastic Fantastic by vStyler 2nd Place - FLASH Live System by 1MrPAul1 3rd Place - Dream Loricae by bingxueling These WindowBlinds skins, along with all the others submitted, can be downloaded for free at www.guichamps.com

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neowin.net - 18.12.2008

Patch to a patch of a Microsoft patch needs patching

In the latest incident of a now-chronic problem that has been bugging Microsoft all year, a recent security patch now causes IE6 to crash in Windows XP...again...
betanews.com - 19.12.2007

Windows Vista gets skinned

Software developer Stardock released WindowBlinds 6 today. Amongst the new features includes the ability to customize the entire Windows Vista user interface as well as the capability to give Windows XP users the look and feel of Aero (Vista).

CNET.com has taken a look at the new version and highlighted just how close to Vista WindowBlinds can visually bring XP. WindowBlinds 6 can even do the blur effect on XP with superior performance to the same hardware on Windows Vista. Computerworld has pointed out that programs like WindowBlinds force Microsoft to make a stronger case for Windows Vista and in particular Windows Vista Ultimate (which Stardock is also involved with).


neowin.net - 03.10.2007

WindowBlinds 5.1 released

Stardock has released a new version of its popular Windows skinning utility, WindowBlinds.  WindowBlinds is a program that enables users to completely change the look and feel of the entire Windows user interface -- title bars, push buttons, scrollbars, the Start bar, and more. 

WindowBlinds 5.1 includes new wallpaper changing functionality allowing users to provide a series of wallpapers that can change by the time of day or other criteria specified by the user.  It also includes months of updates to enable WindowBlinds skins to be more compatible on software that has its own unusual interface controls along with faster performance.  WindowBlinds 5.1 works on Windows XP in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions.

WindowBlinds works by integrating itself seamlessly into Windows XP to add support for thousands of visual styles that are available on the net. Starting with WindowBlinds 5, the program actually can improve overall performance thanks to making use of 3D acceleration on most video cards.  Its engine supports alpha blending which allows skins to have smooth edges, glass-effects, and other visual improvements.  It is the only program of its kind that is certified by Microsoft for use on Windows XP.

WindowBlinds is also used by dozens of companies to create their own custom looks for Windows including Blizzard (World of Warcraft skin), Microsoft, Alienware, ExtremeTech, and more.  Users can also create their own skins using Stardock SkinStudio, a free program that provides a host of tools to make skin creation easier.

WindowBlinds 5 recently passed the 11 MILLION download mark on CNET's Download.com and has been the most popular desktop enhancement download on CNET (and elsewhere) for over 50 consecutive weeks.

WindowBlinds 5.1 is available as a free download at http://www.windowblind s.net.  Users can upgrade to the enhanced registered version for ร.95 or they can purchase Object Desktop which provides not just WindowBlinds but over two-dozen other popular desktop enhancement such as IconPackager, DesktopX, ObjectBar, WindowFX, and more.  
neowin.net - 12.10.2006

Windowblinds comes to Vista

Version 5.5 of WindowBlinds has been designed to enable Windows Vista to become skinnable. This is no easy task for a number of reasons. The biggest reason has to do with the new Desktop Window Manager (DWM). While technically WindowBlinds could have hacked its way to work on Vista, it was important that WindowBlinds work natively on Vista and that means using the new 3D composited desktop. By using the DWM you get hardware acceleration and a ton of other possible effects.

The second challenge was making visual styles (skins) made for Windows XP work on Windows Vista without parts missing. So Stardock developed "Smart Skinning" in which graphical elements in XP skins are translated to take care of new parts in Windows Vista.


neowin.net - 16.11.2006

Microsoft Fixes Another August Patch

Microsoft released a new version of its patch intended to fix a problem in Windows Server service, saying the original patch could cause programs to fail if they request more than one gigabyte of contiguous memory...
betanews.com - 19.08.2006

Patch Tuesday: And Then There Were Four

Microsoft dropped one patch from its Patch Tuesday lineup, instead only releasing four patches, one of which was critical...
betanews.com - 12.09.2007

GUI Championships - Icon finalists

The GUI Championships has announced the finalists for most creative icon package and most usable icon package.  Thank you to everyone from Neowin.net who voted for the finalists.  Now, our own Steve (Neobond) from Neowin along with Chris Pirillo from Lockergnome, Nate Mook from Betanews.com, Angelo Sotira from deviantART amongst others will judge the final entries.